John Barrasso actually said...

delays in the timely permitting of oil and gas wells makes States with Federal lands less attractive for development.

We need to reauthorize the program so the people of Wyoming and other States can create jobs, grow their economies.

So I want to thank Senator Udall and his leadership on this bill. He's been a great partner to work with.

Federal onshore oil production also makes up a smaller percentage of total U.S. oil production than it has in 7 years.