S. 3986 — Introduced in Senate

II 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3986 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 31, 2022Mr. Marshall (for himself, Mr. Braun, and Mr. Daines) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources A BILL To delay the effectiveness of certain new rules or regulations relating to the United States energy sector. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Gas Prices Relief Act of 2022. 2. Energy regulations holiday (a) In general During the period described in subsection (b), no Federal agency shall finalize any rule or regulation that would cause— (1) a decrease in domestic oil, gas, or biofuels production; (2) an increase in gasoline prices; or (3) any negative effects on domestic energy production, domestic electricity generation, transmission of fuel or electricity, infrastructure development, or transportation fuels. (b) Period described The period referred to in subsection (a) is the period beginning on the date of enactment of this Act and ending on the earlier of— (1) January 1, 2023; and (2) the date on which the national average consumer gasoline price is $2.60 per gallon or less.