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BillHR 8990 · 119

Protect Domestic Oil and Gas Small Business Act of 2026

Introduced
May 21, 2026
Cosponsors
16
Traction
0
Last Action
May 21, 2026

Bill Summary

This bill requires the federal government to consider the impact of its decisions on small domestic oil and gas businesses. It aims to reduce regulatory burdens on these businesses.

Sponsored By

August Pfluger
Republican · Texas · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 21, 2026
  3. May 21, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

The bill affects small oil and gas businesses in the United States, potentially reducing their regulatory costs and compliance burdens. It may also impact the employees and local communities that depend on these businesses.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Commerce
IntroducedMay 21, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Subjects
  • Climate
  • Retail

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.