FSFinal Rule
Oil and Gas Resources
EnergyEnvironment
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Summary
This Forest Service rule establishes guidelines for how oil and gas companies can explore for and extract natural resources on federal forest lands. The regulation aims to balance energy production with environmental protection by setting requirements for drilling operations, environmental reviews, and reclamation of land after drilling is complete.
Key Points
- 1Oil and gas companies must follow specific environmental standards when exploring and drilling on national forest lands
- 2The Forest Service will conduct environmental impact reviews before approving new drilling projects to protect forests, water, and wildlife
- 3Companies are required to restore and reclaim land after they finish drilling operations to minimize long-term damage
- 4The rule applies to private companies seeking to extract oil and gas resources from federal forest property
- 5Local communities and environmental groups have opportunities to comment on and challenge proposed drilling projects in their areas
Key Dates
Published
January 28, 2026
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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