II 115th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 316 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 6, 2017 Mr. Hatch (for himself and Mr. Barrasso ) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources A BILL To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to recognize the authority of States to regulate oil and gas operations and promote American energy security, development, and job creation, and for other purposes.