In House Committee·Last action 449 days ago

Bill would block emergency U.S. oil sales to foreign adversaries

Officially: Banning SPR Oil Exports to Foreign Adversaries Act

Oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve could no longer be sold to China, North Korea, Russia, Iran, or companies tied to them. The Energy Secretary could allow a specific sale only after certifying that it helps U.S. national security.

Where it stands

Sitting in House Committee

No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.

What this bill actually does

The bill tells the Secretary of Energy to block sales or exports of Strategic Petroleum Reserve oil to China, North Korea, Russia, and Iran.
It also blocks sales to any company or other group owned or controlled by those countries or by the Chinese Communist Party.
The rule covers any release of oil from the reserve, no matter which law the government uses to release it.

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Introduced

Introduced in House

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House Committee

Under House committee consideration

Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (2/4/2025)

FEB 4

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House Floor Vote

Voted on by House

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Passed House

Approved by House

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Senate Review

Sent to Senate for consideration

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Passed Both Chambers

Approved by both House and Senate

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Signed into Law

Signed by the President

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