Reported by CommitteeFiled Jul 21, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT] (R)
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Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Jul 29, 2026
Summary
The bill would require anyone who wants to drill for oil or gas on federal lands or waters to obtain a federal license. It would apply to drilling companies and individual operators, giving the government a tool to oversee and regulate drilling. The measure is intended to improve safety and environmental oversight of drilling projects.
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