13 NOVEMBER 2026 WorldWide Drilling Resource® Congressman Mike Kennedy’s License to Drill Act Congressman Mike Kennedy’s License to Drill Act has successfully passed through both the House and the Senate by unanimous consent and is now awaiting the President’s signature. This act will empower the federal government to have the resources to process energy permits without unnecessary delays. It reauthorizes the Application for Permit to Drill fee program, reducing red tape and keeping critical American energy development moving. “We know the effects of overreliance on foreign nations for our energy; it is a risk that we must mitigate. We also know that permitting delays cost jobs and drive up energy prices for everyday Americans,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy. “America needs an all-of-the-above energy strategy, and that starts with a government that can keep up with demand. The License to Drill Act will streamline permitting so our critical energy projects stop waiting on Washington and start delivering the domestic production this country needs to remain independent and secure.” For a link, click on this box in our online issue. No online issue? Register at worldwidedrillingresource.com WHO’S IN THE NEWS Additional announcements from Deep Foundations Institute, Kentucky Ground Water Association, and Tsurumi (America), Inc. can be found in our online issue at: worldwidedrillingresource.com Texas Groundwater Association (TGWA) Jason Knobloch has been hired as the new TGWA Executive Director. Since 2003, he has committed himself to the water industry, beginning his journey with hands-on work in leak repairs, water line installations, and meter reading. Knobloch holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Management, an Associate Degree in Information Technology, and is in the process of completing his Project Management Professional certification. Jason Knobloch
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