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HR 4034 United States House · 119th Congress

Protect the Permian Act of 2025

This bill creates an FBI-led task force to investigate oil theft in the Permian Basin, requiring coordination with state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies. It increases criminal penalties for oil theft, raising maximum sentences from 3 to 5 years for certain offenses and from 10 to 15 years for others under federal law. The bill also authorizes using federal crime-fighting funds to support oil theft prevention programs and hire dedicated investigators. These changes directly affect law enforcement agencies conducting investigations and individuals committing oil theft crimes involving pipelines, refineries, or related equipment.
Issues: ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases maximum federal sentences for oil theft (3→5 years, 10→15 years), directly expanding criminalization and raising mandatory penalties per 'oppose' indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects oil production infrastructure from theft in Permian Basin, directly supporting fossil fuel energy production through enhanced security and penalties for oil theft.92% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jun 2025
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Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Last action Jun 17, 2025
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Jun 17, 2025
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Jun 17, 2025
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Tony Gonzales
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