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H.R. 3640 (98th)

Seismic Outer Continental Shelf Protection Act of 1983

openUnited States· United States Congress· EN

Introduced

25 July 1983

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Field Hearings Held in San Diego, California.

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29 August 2025

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Summary

Seismic Outer Continental Shelf Protection Act of 1983 - Prohibits, until January 1, 2000, with respect to specified geographical areas in the Pacific Ocean located off the coast of California: (1) the issuance of any offshore oil and gas lease; (2) the granting of any license or permit involving drilling for oil or gas; and (3) the approval of any exploration or development plan involving drilling for oil or gas. Amends the Earthquake Hazards Reduction Act of 1977 to require studies of the effects of seismic activity on Outer Continental Shelf development.

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