Urges federal government to approve construction of oil and natural gas pipelines within United States including those that have been shut down or have had approval denied.
Impact
The resolution emphasizes that constructing more pipelines will bolster energy independence and national security by decreasing reliance on foreign oil supplies, notably from unstable regions such as the Middle East, Russia, and Venezuela. Proponents argue that enhancing domestic pipeline capacity would lead to lower prices for oil and improve economic conditions by generating jobs. The resolution also invokes the example of the Keystone XL Pipeline, previously projected to significantly impact U.S. energy independence by linking domestic oil supplies with Canadian oil fields, which could have provided substantial amounts of oil to the U.S. market.
Summary
Senate Resolution No. 87 (SR87) is a resolution introduced in the New Jersey State Legislature that urges the federal government to authorize the construction of oil and natural gas pipelines within the United States. This includes not only the approval of new pipeline constructions but also the reapproval of pipelines that have previously been shut down or denied approval. The impetus behind this resolution is rooted in the belief that the United States will continue to rely heavily on gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, necessitating a robust pipeline infrastructure to facilitate the transport of these energy resources.
Contention
The resolution reflects a growing urgency for oil independence in light of geopolitical tensions, particularly regarding Russia's actions in Ukraine and subsequent sanctions that have escalated concerns about global energy supply. Critics of imposing heavy reliance on pipelines often cite environmental concerns associated with fossil fuel transport. Despite the push for more pipelines, there exists contention surrounding the balance between fossil fuel reliance and the transition to renewable energy sources, which some believe should take precedence as part of a broader energy strategy.
Same As
Urges federal government to approve construction of oil and natural gas pipelines within United States including those that have been shut down or have had approval denied.
Urges federal government to approve construction of oil and natural gas pipelines within United States, including those that have been shut down or have had approval denied.
Memorializes the Congress of the United States to take immediate action to approve funding to end the federal government shutdown and urges the United States Senate to adopt the continuing resolution passed by the United States House of Representatives that would ensure temporary funding and the uninterrupted operation of the federal government.
Excludes permit applications for construction of certain pipelines and related infrastructure from eligibility for automatic approval if DEP fails to take action on application within 90 days.
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