House Natural Resources Committee
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Recent News About House Natural Resources Committee
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Trump signs executive order to boost US mineral production
President Donald Trump has signed an Executive Order (EO) aimed at boosting domestic mineral production.
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Trump administration moves to boost Alaskan energy production
The U.S. Department of the Interior, led by Secretary Doug Burgum, has announced measures to reverse previous restrictions on Alaskan energy production set by the Biden administration.
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Westerman pays tribute to late Rep. Grijalva's service
Today, Bruce Westerman, the Chairman of the House Committee on Natural Resources, expressed his condolences following the death of U.S. Representative Raúl M. Grijalva.
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House Committee introduces amendments act aimed at reforming endangered species legislation
The introduction of the Endangered Species Act Amendments of 2025 by House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman has garnered a variety of responses from organizations across different sectors.
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Subcommittee discusses FLASH Act for federal border land security
The Subcommittee on Federal Lands convened to discuss the Federal Lands Amplified Security for the Homeland (FLASH) Act.
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House votes to repeal BOEM rule affecting offshore energy production
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved S.J. Res. 11, a resolution aimed at nullifying a Bureau of Offshore Energy Management (BOEM) rule that critics argue imposes unnecessary burdens on offshore energy producers.
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House committee chairman introduces bill for Endangered Species Act reforms
House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman has introduced the Endangered Species Act (ESA) Amendments Act of 2025, aiming to reform the current ESA framework.
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Hearing examines US strategy on Pacific territories amid growing regional tensions
The Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs held an oversight hearing to discuss the Department of the Interior's Office of Insular Affairs' (OIA) efforts in the Pacific territories.
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Subcommittee reviews ESA's impact on ranchers amid predator population concerns
The Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations convened to discuss the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and its provisions concerning experimental populations of reintroduced species, such as gray wolves and grizzly bears.
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Westerman supports resolution against BOEM's marine archaeology protection rule
House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman testified before the House Committee on Rules to support S.J. Res. 11, a resolution aimed at nullifying a rule by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM).
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Congressional oversight sought for wildlife management laws
The Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries convened today to discuss the implementation of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
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Subcommittee examines potential for space mining amid regulatory challenges
The Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations recently convened to discuss the future of mineral development both on Earth and in space.
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Subcommittee examines impact of Indian Trust Asset Reform Act
The Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs convened to discuss Indian Trust Asset Management.
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House committee advances eight bills focusing on water management and wildfire prevention
On February 12, 2025, the House Committee on Natural Resources conducted a full committee markup and favorably reported eight bills.
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Federal lands subcommittee focuses on revitalizing rural economies through land management
The Subcommittee on Federal Lands conducted an oversight hearing today focused on restoring multiple use land management principles, aiming to revitalize rural economies and support western communities in the United States.
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Subcommittee discusses U.S. offshore energy resources amid policy changes
The Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources recently convened to discuss the future of U.S. offshore energy resources.
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Subcommittee addresses U.S. mineral security amid growing concerns over foreign dependency
The Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources recently convened an oversight hearing to address the importance of U.S. mineral security and explore strategies for establishing secure domestic mineral supply chains.
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House passes bipartisan bills addressing wildfires, native rights, invasive species
This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed seven bills from the House Committee on Natural Resources with notable bipartisan support.
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Subcommittee discusses bills supporting Alaska Native veterans and tribal flood resilience
The Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs convened to deliberate on four legislative proposals aimed at aiding Alaska Native veterans, promoting economic growth, enhancing flood resilience on tribal lands, and evaluating the administrative...