Idaho government briefs
Idaho government briefs
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FIRST ON FOX: Senate Republicans introduced legislation that would force the federal government to hold regular onshore and offshore oil and gas lease sales.
Pressure is mounting on the Biden White House to resolve its stalled policy on the oil and gas leases in the West, with both the energy industry and environmentalist frustrated.
As Congress considers action to ban Russian oil imports in an effort to deter Russian President Vladimir Putin’s attack on Ukraine, several Republican senators have pushed bills promoting domestic energy independence, a trend also occurring in the House.
Steve Daines urged Congress to pass his legislation to restart oil and gas leasing on federal lands to combat rising energy prices.