❌ HB399
Prohibit oil and gas removal from under Lake Erie or a state park
Current Status: In House Committee (Natural Resources)
Summary
The bill prohibits the removal of oil or gas from under Lake Erie and any state park in Ohio. It amends existing regulations to ensure that no permits or leases for such extraction can be issued by the director of natural resources or any state authority. Violations of this prohibition are subject to penalties as determined by the director.
Rationale
The bill restricts property rights by prohibiting the extraction of natural resources, which conflicts with the Libertarian Party's principles of economic liberty and property rights. Both the LP and LPO platforms emphasize the importance of individual ownership and the right to manage one's property without government interference.
Risks and Concerns
- Potential for increased government control over natural resources
- Limitation on individual property rights
- Discouragement of economic opportunities in resource extraction