COAST Anti-Drilling Act of 2025

This bill would permanently stop the federal government from allowing new offshore drilling for oil, gas, or other minerals in the North Atlantic, Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic, and the Straits of Florida. It tells the Interior Department not to issue any leases or other approvals for exploration, development, or production in those ocean areas, as shown in the 2024–2029 federal offshore planning maps.

What this means for people and communities:

• Who is affected: Coastal communities along the Atlantic and the Florida Straits; beachgoers, tourism and fishing businesses; and energy companies considering offshore projects.
• What changes: No new federal offshore drilling or mineral extraction can move forward in those areas, protecting coastal waters from drilling-related risks like spills and industrial activity.
• When: The ban would apply going forward once the law takes effect, and it is intended to be permanent for the listed areas.