What does Preamble of Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act of 2025 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To prohibit drilling in the Arctic Ocean,' aims to prevent drilling activities in the Arctic Ocean. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 10, 2025.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act of 2025.

What does PROHIBITION OF OIL AND GAS LEASING IN ARCTIC AREAS OF THE OUTER of Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act of 2025 do?

This section amends the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to prohibit oil and gas leasing in Arctic areas of the Outer Continental Shelf. The prohibition applies to the issuance or extension of leases and other authorizations for exploration, development, or production of oil, natural gas, or other minerals. The term 'Arctic' is defined using the definition provided in section 112 of the Arctic Research and Policy Act of 1984.

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Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act of 2025

Last updated: 4/10/2025 · Introduced: 4/10/2025

Author: Jared Huffman (D-CA)

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This bill permanently prohibits oil and gas leasing in Arctic areas of the Outer Continental Shelf.
The prohibition prevents the issuance or extension of leases and authorizations for oil, natural gas, and mineral exploration, development, and production.
The term 'Arctic' is defined according to the Arctic Research and Policy Act of 1984.

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