This joint resolution requests that Congress amend the federal Mineral Leasing Act to grant the state of Wyoming the authority to administer and manage oil, gas, and coal leasing on federal lands within its borders. The resolution highlights the historical context of the Mineral Leasing Act, which governs the leasing of federal lands for mineral exploration and development, and notes the challenges faced by Wyoming due to inconsistent federal administration, prolonged leasing moratoriums, and regulatory uncertainties that have negatively impacted the state's economy and energy industry.

The resolution argues that Wyoming is better equipped to manage these resources due to its understanding of local terrain, geology, and ecosystems, as well as its established communication with local governments and stakeholders. By allowing Wyoming to take control of oil, gas, and coal leasing, the resolution asserts that decisions would be made more efficiently and in alignment with the state's priorities, ultimately benefiting both the local economy and the sustainable management of natural resources.