Bill
HR 4043
Overview: HR 4043, also known as the Line 5 Act, is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives on June 17, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The bill's primary goal is to prevent the
Overview: HR 4043, also known as the Line 5 Act, is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives on June 17, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill's primary goal is to prevent the shutdown or decommissioning of the Line 5 pipeline, which transports oil and natural gas liquids across the Straits of Mackinac between Michigan's upper and lower peninsulas.
Key Provisions:
- Prohibits the federal government, state governments, or any political subdivision from taking action to shut down or decommission the Line 5 pipeline
- Requires the pipeline operator to maintain the pipeline in a safe and environmentally responsible manner
- Authorizes the federal government to take legal action to prevent the shutdown or decommissioning of the pipeline
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would primarily impact the pipeline operator, Enbridge Energy, by protecting the continued operation of the Line 5 pipeline. It would also affect the residents and businesses in the Great Lakes region that rely on the energy resources transported by the pipeline.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: HR 4043 has been introduced in the House and is currently awaiting further action and potential passage.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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