Protect Domestic Oil and Gas Small Business Act of 2026
To amend the Clean Air Act to exclude marginal wells from certain standards of performance and other requirements under such Act, and for other purposes.
This bill, known as the "Protect Domestic Oil and Gas Small Business Act of 2026," aims to change the Clean Air Act. Specifically, it seeks to exclude marginal wells from certain standards and requirements under the Clean Air Act. Marginal wells are small oil and gas operations that may struggle to meet these regulations. If passed, this bill would help these small businesses by easing some of the compliance burdens on them.
The bill would primarily affect small oil and gas businesses, particularly those operating marginal wells. By exempting these operations from certain Clean Air Act standards, the bill aims to reduce regulatory pressures that could impact their profitability and operations. This change could potentially help these businesses remain competitive and continue their operations without excessive regulatory burdens.
As of May 21, 2026, the bill has just been introduced in the House of Representatives and has been referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. This means it is in the early stages of the legislative process and has not yet been scheduled for a committee hearing or a vote by the full House.
