2025-20193Notice

NOAA Renames Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America for Oil Surveys?

Published Date: 11/18/2025

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Summary

NOAA just updated Chevron’s permission to accidentally disturb marine mammals during their oil and gas surveys in the Gulf of America. This new approval runs from October 15, 2025, to April 19, 2026, making sure marine life stays safe while energy work continues. The changes keep things balanced—supporting industry progress without harming ocean animals.

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10/15/2025
11/18/2025

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