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RepublicanBill · S. 5458· Senate(119-S-5458)

Supply Relief and Domestic Production Cost Reduction Act

Rep. Cotton
Age: 49 years
Arkansas
Introduced
9/22/2026
Last activity
9/22/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Sponsored by
Tom Cotton
Cosponsors
None
Energy
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill aims to lower energy supply shortages and consumer fuel costs by reducing production costs and regulatory barriers for domestic oil and gas producers. It sets up rules for certifying supply shortage periods based on fuel prices, inventory levels, or emergencies. During these shortage periods, the bill provides temporary royalty relief, reduced lease rentals, and lower minimum bids for Federal oil and gas lands. It also extends lease terms when operations are delayed and requires producers to certify how they use this financial relief. Finally, the legislation mandates reports to Congress and a review by the Government Accountability Office to check if the law successfully increased supply and lowered costs.

Yes· 3 of 14

  • Is this likely to lower the price at the pump?+5

    The legislation specifically targets high consumer fuel costs by attempting to lower supply constraints and boost domestic production.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?+4

    Upstream oil and gas producers and associated businesses benefit significantly from reduced royalties, rentals, and fees.

  • Is this likely to slow the rise in prices?+4

    The bill aims to lower consumer fuel and energy costs by reducing production cost barriers and increasing domestic supply.

The opposite· 3 of 4

  • Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?-8

    The primary explicit goal and mechanism of the bill is to increase domestic fossil fuel production by lowering costs and barriers.

  • Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?-5

    The bill encourages increased domestic production and consumption of fossil fuels, which runs counter to reducing carbon emissions.

  • Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-4

    Streamlining leasing and permitting requirements for oil and gas production may weaken oversight and safeguards for public lands.