Streamlining Oil and Gas Permits on Private Lands
New rules simplify the process for energy companies to obtain oil and gas drilling permits, especially when the federal government owns less than 50% of the minerals or does not own the surface land. This means faster operations for companies, but also new reporting duties to the government. For citizens, this could lead to quicker development of drilling infrastructure in certain areas.
Key points
Fewer federal permits required for drilling when the government owns less than 50% of minerals or no surface land.
Companies must notify the government of state permits and allow inspections.
The rules do not apply to Indian lands.
Introduced
Citizen Poll