BOEM Prioritizes Oil & Gas Projects During Government Shutdown
Despite a government shutdown, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) will continue working on key projects. Funded by leftover budget money, BOEM will prioritize conventional energy projects, including oil and gas lease sales in the Gulf of Mexico and critical mineral lease sales in 2026.
The Interior Department has implemented contingency plans that prioritize oil and gas projects over renewable energy work during the shutdown. BOEM will focus on planning for an upcoming oil and gas lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico and future sales. Additionally, BOEM will work on a critical mineral lease sale scheduled for 2026.
These plans, executed by the Department of the Interior itself, involve the closure of many offices responsible for federal waters. The contingency plans aim to minimize disruption to essential services, with a focus on energy projects that are crucial to the nation's economy.
BOEM's continued work during the shutdown ensures progress on vital energy projects. The prioritization of oil and gas projects reflects their significance to the nation's energy security and economy. The use of leftover budget money allows BOEM to maintain its operations despite the shutdown.
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