HR. 1217In Committee
Orphan Well Grant Flexibility Act of 2025
Removes mandatory methane and other emissions tracking for State Orphaned Wells Program grants while requiring a study of cleanup benefits from plugging orphaned wells
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Removes mandatory methane and other emissions tracking for State Orphaned Wells Program grants while requiring a study of cleanup benefits from plugging orphaned wells
Key points
- Direct National Academies study
- Modify orphan well grant requirements
- Allow optional emissions tracking
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-02-11 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
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