he Republican-controlled House passed the “Protecting American Energy Production Act” in a 226-188 vote, aiming to prevent future presidents from banning oil and gas drilling without congressional approval. Introduced by Rep,

August Pfluger of Texas, the bill specifically prohibits the president from imposing a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing (fracking) without authorization from Congress. Pfluger, concerned about potential fracking bans under the Biden administration, argued the legislation is necessary to protect American energy production.

he Republican-controlled House passed the “Protecting American Energy Production Act” in a 226-188 vote, aiming to prevent future presidents from banning oil and gas drilling without congressional approval. Introduced by Rep,

August Pfluger of Texas, the bill specifically prohibits the president from imposing a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing (fracking) without authorization from Congress. Pfluger, concerned about potential fracking bans under the Biden administration, argued the legislation is necessary to protect American energy production. Read more below