H.R.21 — Strategic Production Response Act

House Roll Call

H.R.21

Roll 45 • Congress 118, Session 1 • Jan 26, 2023 5:51 PM • Result: Failed

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BillH.R.21 — Strategic Production Response Act
Vote questionOn Agreeing to the Amendment
Vote typeRecorded Vote
ResultFailed
TotalsYea 213 / Nay 218 / Present 0 / Not Voting 8
PartyYeaNayPresentNot Voting
R321506
D210302
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Research Brief

On Agreeing to the Amendment

Bill Analysis

Bill Summary: HR 21 - Strategic Production Response Act

The Strategic Production Response Act (HR 21) aims to enhance U.S. energy security by establishing a framework for the strategic management of the nation’s petroleum reserves. The bill mandates that the President must consult with Congress before releasing crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) during periods of elevated prices or supply disruptions. This requirement is designed to ensure that such actions are taken with consideration of long-term energy stability and market impacts.

Key Provisions:

  • The bill requires the President to provide a detailed report to Congress outlining the rationale for any proposed SPR release, including expected impacts on domestic energy prices and supply.
  • It establishes criteria for determining when an SPR release is warranted, emphasizing the need for market stability and the protection of U.S. energy interests.
  • The legislation also proposes a review of the SPR’s capacity and operational readiness to ensure it meets future energy demands.

Funding and Authorities: While the bill does not allocate specific funding, it reinforces the existing authorities of the Department of Energy (DOE) and the SPR management framework. It seeks to optimize the use of federal resources in managing the reserve.

Programs and Agencies Affected: The primary agency affected by this bill is the Department of Energy, particularly its Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management, which oversees the SPR. The bill may also influence the operations of energy markets and related regulatory bodies.

Beneficiaries and Regulatory Impact: The legislation is designed to benefit U.S. consumers by promoting stable energy prices and ensuring a reliable supply of crude oil during crises. It also aims to enhance the strategic oversight of energy resources, thereby regulating the executive branch’s authority over SPR releases.

Key Timelines: The bill was introduced in the House and has been received in the Senate, where it is currently under consideration by the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Further legislative actions and potential amendments are anticipated as it progresses through the Senate.

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Yea (213)

C
Colin Allred

TX • D • Aye

E
Earl Blumenauer

OR • D • Aye

J
Jamaal Bowman

NY • D • Aye

C
Cori Bush

MO • D • Aye

Y
Yadira Caraveo

CO • D • Aye

T
Tony Cárdenas

CA • D • Aye

M
Matt Cartwright

PA • D • Aye

D
David Cicilline

RI • D • Aye

G
Gerald Connolly

VA • D • Aye

J
Jason Crow

CO • D • Aye

L
Lloyd Doggett

TX • D • Aye

A
Anna Eshoo

CA • D • Aye

R
Ruben Gallego

AZ • D • Aye

J
John Garamendi

CA • D • Aye

R
Raúl Grijalva

AZ • D • Aye

B
Brian Higgins

NY • D • Aye

J
Jeff Jackson

NC • D • Aye

S
Sheila Jackson Lee

TX • D • Aye

D
Daniel Kildee

MI • D • Aye

D
Derek Kilmer

WA • D • Aye

A
Ann Kuster

NH • D • Aye

B
Barbara Lee

CA • D • Aye

K
Kathy Manning

NC • D • Aye

L
Lucy McBath

GA • D • Aye

G
Grace Napolitano

CA • D • Aye

W
Wiley Nickel

NC • D • Aye

B
Bill Pascrell

NJ • D • Aye

D
Donald Payne

NJ • D • Aye

M
Mary Peltola

AK • D • Aye

D
Dean Phillips

MN • D • Aye

K
Katie Porter

CA • D • Aye

C
C. Ruppersberger

MD • D • Aye

G
Gregorio Sablan

MP • D • Aye

J
John Sarbanes

MD • D • Aye

A
Abigail Spanberger

VA • D • Aye

E
Eric Swalwell

CA • D • Aye

R
Rashida Tlaib

MI • D • Aye

D
David Trone

MD • D • Aye

N
Nydia Velázquez

NY • D • Aye

D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz

FL • D • Aye

J
Jennifer Wexton

VA • D • Aye

S
Susan Wild

PA • D • Aye

Nay (218)

K
Kelly Armstrong

ND • R • No

D
Dan Bishop

NC • R • No

K
Ken Buck

CO • R • No

L
Larry Bucshon

IN • R • No

M
Michael Burgess

TX • R • No

K
Ken Calvert

CA • R • No

J
Jerry Carl

AL • R • No

L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer

OR • R • No

A
Anthony D'Esposito

NY • R • No

J
John Duarte

CA • R • No

J
Jeff Duncan

SC • R • No

A
A. Ferguson

GA • R • No

S
Scott Franklin

FL • R • No

M
Matt Gaetz

FL • R • No

M
Mike Gallagher

WI • R • No

M
Mike Garcia

CA • R • No

B
Bob Good

VA • R • No

K
Kay Granger

TX • R • No

G
Garret Graves

LA • R • No

M
Mark Green

TN • R • No

B
Bill Johnson

OH • R • No

D
Doug Lamborn

CO • R • No

J
Jake LaTurner

KS • R • No

D
Debbie Lesko

AZ • R • No

B
Blaine Luetkemeyer

MO • R • No

L
Lisa McClain

MI • R • No

P
Patrick McHenry

NC • R • No

M
Marcus Molinaro

NY • R • No

A
Alexander Mooney

WV • R • No

G
Greg Pence

IN • R • No

B
Bill Posey

FL • R • No

C
Cathy Rodgers

WA • R • No

M
Matthew Rosendale

MT • R • No

J
John Rutherford

FL • R • No

G
George Santos

NY • R • No

D
David Schweikert

AZ • R • No

P
Pete Sessions

TX • R • No

M
Michelle Steel

CA • R • No

C
Chris Stewart

UT • R • No

M
Michael Waltz

FL • R • No

B
Brad Wenstrup

OH • R • No

B
Brandon Williams

NY • R • No

Not Voting (8)

J
Jenniffer González-Colón

PR • R • Not Voting