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1 Aug 2025

⛽New Regulations on Oil and Gas Leasing Affecting Industry Compliance

Revision to Regulations Regarding Oil and Gas Leasing; Stipulations and Information Notices

Summary

This direct final rule (DFR) removes existing Bureau of Land Management (BLM) regulations pertaining to stipulations and mitigation measures to effectuate changes required by the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (OBBB) enacted on July 4, 2025.

Agencies

  • Interior Department
  • Land Management Bureau

Business Impact ?

$$$ - High

The regulation introduces significant changes to oil and gas leasing requirements, specifically restricting the inclusion of stipulations and mitigation measures unless they are part of an approved resource management plan. This change impacts compliance and operational processes for businesses in the energy sector, necessitating adjustments to existing agreements and management strategies.

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