1944 Naval Petroleum Reserves Production Act

The 1944 Naval Petroleum Reserves Production Act authorized the President to manage and develop U.S. naval petroleum reserves to ensure domestic fuel supply for national security. It mandated that these reserves be used primarily for military needs but could also be sold commercially when appropriate. The act aimed to maintain strategic oil supplies during wartime and beyond, enabling the government to produce and manage these resources effectively. It also provided a framework for overseeing exploration, drilling, and sale of oil from designated reserves, balancing military requirements with economic considerations.