Bill orders federal report on US refinery capacity and energy security
Passed one chamberH.R. 3109Latest action
Sponsor: Robert E. Latta · Representative · OH
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Official title: REFINER Act
119th Congress
Topics: Environment & energy
Introduced:
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The REFINER Act requires a report on U.S. refinery capacity, risks, and regulatory impacts, due to Congress and the public within 90 days.
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What does this do?
The REFINER Act directs the Energy Secretary to have the National Petroleum Council prepare a report on U.S. petrochemical refineries within 90 days of enactment. The report must assess refineries' role in energy security, current capacity, expansion opportunities, risks, and whether government policies contributed to capacity decline. It must also include recommendations for Congress and federal agencies, and be made public.
Who does it affect?
The bill primarily affects the oil and gas industry, especially companies operating petrochemical refineries. It could also indirectly affect consumers and lawmakers who rely on the report's findings.
Why does it matter?
The report's findings could shape future energy policy or regulations affecting refinery capacity, fuel prices, and supply reliability. The bill itself does not change any laws or regulations immediately.
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Based on the “Referred in Senate” text of Dec 1, 2025.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedApr 30, 2025
- House committee
- House vote
- SenateYou are here · Dec 1, 2025
- The president's desk
Right now: it passed the House, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Recorded votes
Roll-call votes recorded since January 3, 2025.
House · · Roll call 303
As recorded
- Question
- On Passage
- Result:
- Passed
- 230
- Nay
- 176
- 0
- 27
Republicans 205 yes, 14 not voting · Democrats 25 yes, 176 no, 13 not voting
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