USGS Seeks Approval to Preserve Rocks and Earth Data Indefinitely
Published Date: 12/29/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey wants to keep collecting important info about rocks and earth data through the National Geological and Geophysical Data Preservation Program. They’re asking the public to share thoughts by January 28, 2026, but no changes will cost money or add extra work. This helps keep earth science data safe and easy to access for everyone.
No Economic Impacts Identified for this Document
Your PRIA Score
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Sign up for a PRIA Policy Scan to see your personalized alignment score for this federal register document and every other regulation we track. We analyze your financial profile against policy provisions to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Take It Personal
Get Your Personalized Policy View
Start a Free Government Policy Watch to see how policy affects your household, then upgrade to PRIA Full Coverage for year-round monitoring.
Already have an account? Sign in