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Outer Continental Shelf Minerals Regulations Revisions

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has issued a proposed rule to make administrative revisions to regulations concerning Outer Continental Shelf minerals, excluding oil, gas, and sulphur. The public comment period for this proposed rule closes on April 27, 2026.

Environmental Impact Statement for California Oil and Gas Lease Sales

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has issued a Notice of Intent to prepare a programmatic environmental impact statement for proposed oil and gas lease sales in California. This notice initiates a public comment period to gather input on the scope of the environmental review.

Risk Management and Financial Assurance for OCS Lease Obligations

The Ocean Energy Management Bureau has issued a proposed rule concerning risk management and financial assurance for Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) lease and grant obligations. This proposal includes a comment period ending on May 8, 2026.