HR 2849
West Coast Ocean Protection Act of 2025
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 4:10 AM
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Bill overview
This bill permanently bans oil and gas exploration, development, and production on the outer Continental Shelf off the coasts of California, Oregon, and Washington. It achieves this by amending the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act, specifically prohibiting the Secretary from issuing leases or authorizations for these activities within designated planning areas. The bill aims to protect the marine environment and ecosystems along the West Coast. This action effectively halts future oil and gas drilling in these sensitive areas.
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