WRONG!
Nothing spooks a speculator than the simple risk that the monoply they are betting on will become a commodity.
Announcing if only the intent to explore in the USA will spook the markets down.
We need to remember how just two weeks ago, when Bush lifted his daddy's ban, prices began to drop immediately.
I believe that if Congress is allowed to break without voting, prices will immediately rise at least back to where they were, maybe higher. The need for a message that we will utilize our own resources to retain our strength and independence is urgent.