Bill · H.R. 2673· House(119-HR-2673)

Florida Coastal Protection Act

Age: 60 years

Florida

Introduced: 4/7/2025
Last activity: 4/7/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsored by: Kathy Castor
Cosponsors: - 8 - 6

Energy

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Florida Coastal Protection Act," seeks to amend the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act. It aims to prohibit the exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas in specific offshore areas near Florida. Specifically, it targets areas in the Eastern Gulf of Mexico, the South Atlantic Planning Area south of a certain latitude, and the Straits of Florida Planning Area. The prohibition applies to any new leases or authorizations issued by the Secretary. However, the law would not affect rights held under leases issued before this act becomes law.

Yes· 3 of 7

Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?+8
The bill directly halts the expansion of fossil fuel production in specified coastal regions.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+7
The bill protects coastal ecosystems by preventing industrial development in offshore areas.
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+5
By prohibiting new oil and gas extraction, the bill helps reduce future carbon emissions.

The opposite· 3 of 5

Would business owners be better off under this?-3
Energy companies and related businesses face restrictions under this act.
Is this likely to lower the price at the pump?-2
Reducing domestic oil and gas production could contribute to higher energy prices.
Is this likely to create jobs?-2
Prohibiting new oil and gas activity may limit potential job growth in the energy sector.