Local Input Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (23 Jul 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
What this bill does
This bill, H.R. 9924, the "Local Input Act," would require the Secretary of the Interior to seek input from the public, and state, tribal, and local government officials before deciding whether to offer land for oil or gas leasing. This process would involve publicly disclosing proposals to lease parcels, along with an analysis of potential effects on resources and other land uses. The public would have an opportunity to comment, and the Secretary would need to consider this input, including government-to-government consultation with federally recognized Indian Tribes.
The bill directly affects the process for potential oil and gas leasing on certain federal lands. It specifies that the Secretary can decide not to offer a parcel for leasing after considering the input received. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 23, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Natural Resources.
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Timeline
23 Jul 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9924 do?
- This bill, H.R. 9924, the "Local Input Act," would require the Secretary of the Interior to seek input from the public, and state, tribal, and local government officials before deciding whether to offer land for oil or gas leasing. This process would involve publicly disclosing proposals to lease parcels, along with an analysis of potential effects on resources and other land uses. The public would have an opportunity to comment, and the Secretary would need to consider this input, including government-to-government consultation with federally recognized Indian Tribes. The bill directly affects the process for potential oil and gas leasing on certain federal lands. It specifies that the Secretary can decide not to offer a parcel for leasing after considering the input received. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 23, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Natural Resources.
- Has H.R. 9924 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9924. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9924?
- H.R. 9924 was sponsored by Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2] (D-CO), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9924?
- Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. (23 Jul 2026).
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