Rule published by Interior Department on Aug. 7

The US Interior Department published a five page rule on Aug. 7, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

The rule is focused on Repeal of Consolidated Federal Oil & Gas and Federal & Indian Coal Valuation Reform.

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 Aug. 7

Title
Repeal of Consolidated Federal Oil & Gas and Federal & Indian Coal Valuation Reform
Foreign Endangered Species; Issuance of Permits
Agency Notice of Webinar; Announcement of U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), National Geospatial Program (NGP) 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) FY17 Informational Training Webinars in Preparation for the Upcoming Release of the USGS Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for 3D Elevation Program (3DEP)
Call for Nominations and Comments for the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska Oil and Gas Lease Sale
Notice of Filing of Plats of Survey, Colorado