CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

RepublicanBill · H.R. 6068· House(119-HR-6068)

PROTECT Florida Act

Rep. Rutherford
Age: 74 years
Florida
Introduced
11/17/2025
Last activity
11/17/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsored by
John Rutherford
Cosponsors
Republican - 13Democrat - 3
Energy
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "PROTECT Florida Act," seeks to establish a moratorium on oil and gas activities off the coast of Florida. It aims to extend the existing Gulf Coast moratorium through the year 2032. Additionally, it establishes a new moratorium on the Atlantic coast. This new restriction prohibits oil and gas leasing, preleasing, seismic testing, and exploration permits in specific areas. The Atlantic moratorium covers the Straits of Florida Planning Area and parts of the South Atlantic Planning Area south of Florida's northernmost boundary. This restriction remains in effect until June 30, 2032.

Yes· 3 of 7

  • Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+8

    The bill establishes a long-term moratorium on oil and gas activities to protect the Atlantic and Gulf coasts.

  • Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?+7

    The bill directly prohibits the issuance of new leases and permits for oil and gas production off the Florida coast.

  • Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+2

    By halting new oil and gas leasing and exploration, the bill reduces the potential for fossil fuel carbon emissions.

The opposite

  • Is this likely to create jobs?-3

    The bill restricts oil and gas exploration and leasing, which may limit job opportunities in the energy sector.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?-3

    Energy-related businesses will face restrictions on leasing and exploration activities due to the moratorium.

  • Does this make it easier to run a small business?-2

    The moratorium limits potential business activities related to oil and gas exploration and services.