Bill · S. 3530· Senate(119-S-3530)
Strategic Resources Non-discrimination Act
- Introduced
- 12/17/2025
- Last activity
- 12/17/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Kevin Cramer
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Strategic Resources Non-discrimination Act," aims to amend the Defense Production Act of 1950. It specifically targets limitations on certain authorities under title I and title III of that Act. The legislation seeks to prohibit discrimination based on energy source when exercising specific authorities. Under Title III, it would prevent the President from denying financial support based on a person's involvement in fossil fuel-based energy activities. These changes apply to the exploration, development, production, utilization, transportation, or sale of such fuels.
Yes· 3 of 4
Would business owners be better off under this?+4
The bill provides greater certainty for business owners operating in the fossil fuel industry by prohibiting discrimination in financial support.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+3
Fossil fuel industries are often located in rural areas, and protecting their financial support may benefit these communities.
Is this likely to create jobs?+3
The bill protects financial support for those in the fossil fuel industry, which may help maintain or create jobs in that sector.
The opposite· 3 of 4
Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?-5
The bill acts against the reduction of fossil fuel production by prohibiting the denial of financial support based on energy source.
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?-4
The bill seeks to protect financial support for fossil fuel-based energy, which may hinder efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-2
The bill includes an exception for environmental protection, but the overall goal of protecting fossil fuel industries may conflict with environmental goals.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Protection for Fossil Fuel Industry Participants: Under Section 2(b), the bill prohibits the President from denying financial support to people engaged in the exploration, development, production, utilization, transportation, or sale of fossil fuel-based energy. This ensures that involvement in these specific industries cannot be the sole reason for a denial of financial support under sections 301, 302, or 303.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Environmental Protections Exception: According to Section 2(a), the amendment to Section 101(c)(1) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 includes the phrase ", other than for purposes of environmental protection," when discussing domestic energy supplies. This indicates that the prohibition on discrimination does not apply when the purpose is environmental protection.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Reduces Fossil Fuel Production-5Reduces Carbon Emissions-4Improves Environmental Protections-2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+4Good For Rural Residents+3
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+3Improves Small Business Support+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits-1
- 12/17/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
- Introduced in Senate
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