Bills · HR 3109
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3109Oil and gasEnergy efficiency and conservation
REFINER Act
INTRO APR 30· LAST ACTION DEC 1
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the United States' capacity to produce its own fuels and petrochemicals, which is critical for energy independence and economic stability. By identifying potential government policies that might be hindering domestic production, it lays the groundwork for future discussions about how to ensure a reliable and affordable energy supply.
If this bill becomes law, voters might see future legislative or regulatory changes aimed at increasing domestic refinery capacity, which could potentially impact gas prices or the availability of certain products. If it doesn't pass, this specific detailed study of refinery capacity and the impact of government regulations wouldn't occur, potentially leaving policymakers without this focused analysis when making future energy decisions.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of Energy to direct the National Petroleum Council to submit a report within 90 days of the bill's enactment.
This initiates the entire study and sets a specific timeline for its commencement, ensuring a timely assessment.
PROVISION 02
Mandates the report to examine the role of U.S. petrochemical refineries in energy security, including liquid fuel supply, raw material reliability, and consumer affordability.
This provision focuses the study on the critical contributions of refineries to national energy goals and everyday consumer costs.
PROVISION 03
Requires the report to analyze refinery capacity, opportunities for expansion, and potential risks to these facilities.
This provides a technical and economic assessment of the industry's current state and its future potential for growth.
PROVISION 04
Stipulates an assessment of any federal or state actions, regulations, or policies that have contributed to a decline in U.S. refinery capacity and recommendations for increasing capacity.
This is crucial for identifying specific policy challenges and proposing concrete solutions to enhance domestic energy production.
PROVISION 05
Directs that the completed report be made publicly available.
This ensures transparency, allowing the public and policymakers to access and review the findings of the study.
SPONSORSHIP
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R· Ohio
YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
21 EVENTSDEC 1
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
NOV 20
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 879. (consideration: CR H4835-4841)
NOV 20
Rule provides for consideration of S.J. Res. 80, H.J. Res. 130, H.J. Res. 131, H. Con. Res. 58, H.R. 1949, H.R. 3109, H.R. 5107 and H.R. 5214. The resolution provides for consideration of S.J. Res. 80, H.J. Res. 130, H.J. Res. 131, H. Con. Res. 58, H.R. 1949, H.R. 3109, H.R. 5107, and H.R. 5214 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution also provides for one motion to recommit on H.J. Res. 130, H.J. Res. 131, H.R. 1949, H.R. 3109, H.R. 5107, and H.R. 5214, and one motion to commit S.J. Res. 80.
NOV 20
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 3109.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3109
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedApr 30, 2025
Last actionDec 1, 2025
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 30, 2025
House BillHR 3109Oil and gasEnergy efficiency and conservation
REFINER Act
INTRODUCED APR 30, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 1, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
1
COMPLEXITY
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