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HF 2447

Orderly and environmentally responsible development of the state's gas resources facilitated, rulemaking required, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dave Baker and 11 co-sponsors

Overview: HF 2447, "Orderly and environmentally responsible development of the state's gas resources facilitated, rulemaking required, and money appropriated", was introduced on Ma

Introduction and first reading, referred to Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
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Bill Summary · HF 2447

Overview: HF 2447, "Orderly and environmentally responsible development of the state's gas resources facilitated, rulemaking required, and money appropriated", was introduced on March 17, 2025 and referred to the Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy committee.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to facilitate the orderly and environmentally responsible development of the state's natural gas resources. It seeks to establish a regulatory framework and provide funding to support this objective.

Key Provisions:
- Requires the Department of Natural Resources to develop rules and regulations for the responsible extraction and use of natural gas resources
- Appropriates funds to the Department of Natural Resources to implement the new regulatory framework and oversee gas resource development

Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would primarily impact the natural gas industry, as it would establish new regulations and oversight for their operations. It may also have broader environmental implications, as the goal is to ensure the responsible development of these resources.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill is currently in the introduction and first reading stage, having been referred to the Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy committee. Its next steps would involve further committee consideration and potential advancement through the legislative process.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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