The federal government promotes the production of energy and regulates the use of natural resources. Federal agencies also support research efforts to develop new sources of energy and to conserve natural resources. CBO analyzes the effects of current and proposed policies in this area.
S. 222, a bill to amend the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 to clarify that uncertified states and Indian tribes have the authority to use certain payments for certain noncoal reclamation projects and acid mine remediation programs
S. 383, a bill to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate a segment of the Illabot Creek in Skagit County, Washington, as a component of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System