H.R.26 — Protecting American Energy Production Act
House Roll Call
H.R.26
| Bill | H.R.26 — Protecting American Energy Production Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 226 / Nay 188 / Present 0 / Not Voting 19 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 210 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| D | 16 | 188 | 0 | 11 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 26 - Protecting American Energy Production Act
The Protecting American Energy Production Act (HR 26) aims to enhance domestic energy production by streamlining the regulatory processes for energy development on federal lands. The bill seeks to bolster the U.S. energy sector, reduce reliance on foreign energy sources, and promote economic growth through increased energy production.
Key Provisions:
Streamlining Permitting: HR 26 mandates the expedited review and approval of permits for energy production projects, including oil, natural gas, and renewable energy initiatives. The bill sets specific timelines for federal agencies to process applications, aiming to reduce bureaucratic delays.
Regulatory Reforms: The legislation proposes reforms to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to simplify environmental reviews for energy projects, thereby facilitating quicker project approvals while maintaining environmental protections.
Increased Access to Federal Lands: The bill encourages the leasing of additional federal lands for energy exploration and production, including offshore drilling and onshore oil and gas extraction, thereby expanding the available resources for energy companies.
Funding and Authorities: The bill does not specify new funding sources but relies on existing appropriations for the Department of the Interior and the Bureau of Land Management to implement the expedited processes. It also grants these agencies enhanced authority to prioritize energy projects.
Affected Programs and Agencies: The primary agencies impacted include the Department of the Interior, the Bureau of Land Management, and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The bill directly affects energy companies, stakeholders in the energy sector, and local economies reliant on energy production.
Beneficiaries and Regulatory Impact: The bill is designed to benefit energy producers, consumers, and the broader economy by increasing energy supply and potentially lowering energy costs. It also aims to create jobs in the energy sector.
Key Timelines: Upon introduction, HR 26 was received in the Senate, read twice, and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources for further consideration. The timeline for subsequent actions, including potential amendments and votes, remains to be determined.
Yea (226)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
M
Mark Green
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
S
Sylvester Turner
Nay (188)
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
