119th Congress · House bill · Last action Jun 3, 2026
H.R. 8542IntroducedPublic Lands and Natural Resources
I don't have access to the full text or details of H.R. 8542 to determine what specific actions this bill takes. Based only on the title "Offshore Parity Act of 2026," I cannot write an accurate plain-English headline about its actual provisions.Offshore Parity Act of 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Ezell, Mike (R-MS)3 cosponsorsIntroduced Apr 28, 2026
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Introduced
Apr 28
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House committee
May 29
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Senate
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Cosponsors (3)
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2 Democrats, 1 Republican (of 3 shown).
Activity timeline
Jun 3
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Subcommittee Hearings Held
May 29
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries.
Apr 28
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Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
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Introduced in House
Apr 28
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Introduced in House
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Full action log
All 5 recorded actions since introduction · Source: Congress.gov
Jun 3
HOUSESubcommittee Hearings Held
May 29
HOUSEReferred to the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries.
Apr 28
HOUSEReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Apr 28
Introduced in House
Apr 28
Introduced in House
All 3 cosponsors
2 Democrats · 1 Republican
Democrats (2)
Carter, Troy A.LA-02
Figures, ShomariAL-02
Republicans (1)
Higgins, ClayLA-03
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