Congress·In Progress·H.R. 7882

To provide for the leasing of certain deposits of minerals located within the City of Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Mineral Leasing in Carlsbad, New Mexico

Mar 9·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

Next up: A house committee

This bill is in the House Committee on Natural Resources. On June 9, 2026, the committee voted to move the bill forward with changes. It must now be reported to the full House for further consideration.

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Key Points

This bill would allow the federal government to lease minerals like oil, gas, or potash that are located underground within the city limits of Carlsbad, New Mexico.
Usually, federal law prevents the government from leasing minerals found inside cities or towns. This bill would create a special exception just for Carlsbad to allow for new energy or mining projects.
For any leasing to happen, the City of Carlsbad must first provide written consent. This ensures that local leaders have the power to decide if they want this activity happening in their community.
By removing these restrictions, the bill aims to tap into natural resources that are currently off-limits, which could help boost the local economy and energy production.

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Milestones

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Jun 10, 2026House

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.

The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.

Jun 10, 2026House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Jun 10, 2026House

Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources Discharged

Mar 25, 2026House

Subcommittee Hearings Held

Mar 18, 2026House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.

Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.

No votes, news coverage, or related bills recorded for this bill yet.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

To provide for the leasing of certain deposits of minerals located within the City of Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Bill NumberHR 7882

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.

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