Ken Calvert (R-CA)
Condemning State-level energy policies that restrict domestic oil production, increase gasoline prices, and undermine American energy security and national defense.
A Republican resolution with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution condemns State-level energy policies that limit domestic oil production and refining capacity. It argues that such policies increase gasoline prices, which burdens families, small businesses, and the economy. The text states that these policies increase reliance on foreign oil, threatening energy independence and national security. Furthermore, the resolution links high fuel costs to decreased military readiness and higher operational expenses for the Department of Defense. It warns against adopting similar restrictive policies at the Federal level. Finally, it encourages policies that support domestic energy development and affordability.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +5
Is this likely to lower the price at the pump?
The text claims that state-level policies have increased gasoline prices and that domestic production can help ensure affordability.
- Scored +3
Is this likely to slow the rise in prices?
The resolution argues that higher fuel prices contribute to inflationary pressures and that increasing domestic production could mitigate this.
- Scored +3
Is this likely to grow the economy?
The text asserts that affordable energy is essential to the economic well-being of families, businesses, and the broader economy.
The opposite
- Scored -5
Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?
The resolution explicitly opposes policies that restrict domestic oil production and instead encourages increased development.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Economic Relief for Families and Businesses: The resolution suggests that affordable and reliable energy is essential for the economic well-being of American families and small businesses. It notes that addressing policies that increase fuel costs can reduce financial strain on these groups. (Whereas clauses regarding economic well-being and California fuel costs).
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Increased Military Readiness and Morale: The text finds that stable, affordable energy supplies are essential for the operational readiness of the United States Armed Forces. By addressing high fuel costs, the resolution aims to prevent the diversion of resources away from training and modernization, while also protecting the cost of living for servicemembers, civilian defense personnel, and contractors. (Whereas clauses regarding Department of Defense and fuel costs).
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Strengthened National Security: The resolution advocates for policies that support domestic energy development and supply chains. This is intended to reduce reliance on foreign oil, which the text states exposes the Nation to geopolitical risks and supply disruptions. (Whereas clauses regarding foreign oil and energy independence; Resolution clause 7).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly listed in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The text asserts that affordable energy is essential to the economic well-being of families, businesses, and the broader economy. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The resolution states that high fuel prices place undue financial strain on small businesses. Is this likely to slow the rise in prices? — The resolution argues that higher fuel prices contribute to inflationary pressures and that increasing domestic production could mitigate this.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — The resolution highlights that high fuel costs place an undue financial strain on businesses. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution aims to reduce the financial strain on working-class Americans caused by high fuel prices. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — The text suggests that affordable energy is essential to the economic well-being of American families.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The text notes that high fuel prices disproportionately burden working-class Americans.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Is this likely to lower the price at the pump? — The text claims that state-level policies have increased gasoline prices and that domestic production can help ensure affordability. Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced? — The resolution explicitly opposes policies that restrict domestic oil production and instead encourages increased development.
- 4/29/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.