HR. 513In Committee
Offshore Lands Authorities Act of 2025
Limit presidential withdrawals of unleased Outer Continental Shelf lands from mineral leasing, require review and approval for larger withdrawals, and cancel certain prior offshore withdrawal orders
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Limit presidential withdrawals of unleased Outer Continental Shelf lands from mineral leasing, require review and approval for larger withdrawals, and cancel certain prior offshore withdrawal orders
Key points
- Require congressional approval
- Authorize congressional review
- Limit presidential withdrawals
- Nullify prior withdrawal orders
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-05-20 — Subcommittee Hearings Held
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedCongressional-executive branch relationsEnergyLand use and conservationLegislative rules and procedureMarine and coastal resources, fisheriesMiningOil and gas