S. 5630 Introduced

Stop Orphaned Wells Act

A bill to amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure sufficient bonding and complete and timely reclamation of land and water disturbed by Federal and Indian oil and gas production, and for other purposes.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed Senate
  4. Passed House
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO] Introduced September 30, 2026 Cosponsors 4 (4 D) Latest action September 30, 2026

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  1. Sep 30, 2026 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
  2. Sep 30, 2026 Introduced in Senate

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