Rule published on June 19 by Interior Department

The US Interior Department published a three page rule on June 19, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

The rule is focused on Leasing of Sulphur or Oil and Gas in the Outer Continental Shelf-Definition of Affected State.

The Department oversees more than 500 million acres of land. Downsizing the Federal Government, a project aimed at lowering taxes and boosting federal efficiency, said the department has contributed to a growing water crisis and holds many lands which could be better managed.

Notices are required documents detailing rules and regulations being proposed by each federal department. This allows the public to see what issues legislators and federal departments are focusing on.

Any person or organization can comment on the proposed rules. Departments and agencies must then address “significant issues raised in comments and discuss any changes made,” the Federal Register says.

Notices published by the Interior Department on June 19

Title
Leasing of Sulphur or Oil and Gas in the Outer Continental Shelf-Definition of Affected State
Arrowrock Dam Outlet Works Rehabilitation
Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of Terminated Oil and Gas Leases; Correction
Notice of Availability of a Finding of No Significant Impact/Habitat Conservation Plan for Issuance of an Incidental Take Permit for the Gunston Manor Subdivision, Block 40, Lots 11-17, Single-Family Home Construction, Mason Neck, Fairfax County, Virginia
Notice of Availability of an Environmental Assessment/Habitat Conservation Plan and Receipt of an Application for a Permit for the Incidental Take of the Houston Toad (Bufo houstonensis