The West Coast Ocean Protection Act of 2025 would permanently ban oil and gas exploration, development, and production in federal waters off the coasts of California, Oregon, and Washington. The bill amends the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to prohibit the federal government from issuing leases or permits for drilling activities in four ocean planning areas: Washington/Oregon, Northern California, Central California, and Southern California. The legislation would affect oil and gas companies operating in these regions and potentially impact energy production and related jobs, though it aims to protect coastal ecosystems and marine resources. The bill carries no specific new funding requirements since it operates through regulatory prohibition rather than appropriating money. No implementation timeline is specified beyond the effective date of passage, as the prohibition would become law immediately upon enactment.
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