President Blocks States from Sabotaging US Energy
Published Date: 4/14/2025
Presidential Document
Summary
This new order stops states from blocking or punishing American energy producers unfairly, especially when they try to control energy beyond their power. It protects oil, gas, coal, nuclear, and other homegrown energy sources to keep energy affordable and reliable for everyone. Starting now, states can’t slap huge fines or delay permits that hurt our energy independence and economy.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Federal Halt to Retroactive Energy Fines
The order directs the U.S. Attorney General to find and stop State laws that retroactively impose arbitrary or excessive fines on energy producers. It specifically cites State laws like New York's law that would seek to retroactively impose billions in fines on traditional energy companies and directs the Attorney General to take action to stop enforcement.
Stop State Permit Delays and Barriers
The order directs the Attorney General to identify and stop State or local practices that delay permits or create de facto barriers to energy production, siting, or development. It covers permit review delays and other obstacles that hinder oil, natural gas, coal, hydropower, geothermal, biofuel, critical mineral, and nuclear projects.
Challenge to State Carbon Penalties and Taxes
The Attorney General must prioritize identifying State laws that address 'climate change' or collect carbon penalties or carbon taxes, including laws tied to ESG or 'environmental justice,' and take action to stop enforcement if those laws are illegal or preempted. The order names priorities such as greenhouse gas rules and funds to collect carbon penalties or taxes.
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