S-812 : Still Just a Bill


Approves the Agreement between the United States of America and the United Mexican States Concerning Transboundary Hydrocarbon Reservoirs in the Gulf of Mexico.

Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to implement the Agreement's terms, including: (1) approving unitization agreements and related arrangements for the exploration of, and development or production of oil or gas from, transboundary reservoirs and geological structures; (2) disclosing information, as necessary, regarding exploration, development, and production of a transboundary reservoir or geological structure that may be considered confidential, privileged, or proprietary information under law; and (3) accepting and taking action not inconsistent with an expert determination under the Agreement.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2013-10-14FloorHeld at the desk.House floor actions
2013-10-14FloorReceived in the House.House floor actions
2013-10-14FloorMessage on Senate action sent to the House.Senate
2013-10-12FloorPassed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S7431)Senate
2013-10-12DischargeSenate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7431)Senate
2013-10-01CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 113-104.Senate
2013-04-25IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.Senate
2013-04-25IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Ron Wyden [D] (OR)
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Policy Area :

Energy
Related Subjects
  • International law and treaties
  • Marine and coastal resources, fisheries
  • Oil and gas
Related Geographic Entities
  • Gulf of Mexico
  • Latin America
  • Mexico
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