Feds Renew Royalty Reporting Rules for Big Oil Companies

2025-15385 — Offshore Distribution Cap Changes

If you’re involved in offshore oil and gas, listen up! The government just changed the rules on how much money can be shared from offshore production. These new limits kick in soon, so expect some shifts in how funds get distributed and plan accordingly.

2025-06982 — Major Portion Prices and Due Date for Additional Royalty Payments on Gas Produced From Indian Lands in Designated Areas That Are Not Associated With an Index Zone

If you produce gas from Indian lands in special areas without a price index, this update tells you the main prices for 2023 and when you need to pay any extra royalties. It affects gas producers and helps make sure everyone pays the right amount on time. Get ready to check your payments and deadlines so you don’t miss out!

2026-00023 — States' Decisions on Participating in Accounting and Auditing Relief for Federal Oil and Gas Marginal Properties

Starting January 1, 2026, States decide if they’ll join two special programs that make it easier for small oil and gas producers on federal land to report and pay royalties. These programs let producers submit just one yearly report and payment instead of many, saving time and effort. States’ choices affect how and when these relief options apply, with the first annual reports due by February 28, 2027.

2025-14911 — Agency Information Collection Activities: Solid Minerals and Geothermal Collections

The government wants to keep collecting info about mining and geothermal energy from Federal and Indian lands to track production and royalties. This means companies involved will keep filling out a few key forms, but no big changes or new costs are expected. The renewal helps make sure everything stays clear and fair, with no surprises on timing or money.

2025-14455 — Agency Information Collection Activities: Royalty and Production Reporting

The Office of Natural Resources Revenue (ONRR) wants to keep collecting info to make sure oil, gas, and geothermal royalties from Federal and Indian lands are reported and paid right. This renewal means companies involved will keep filling out forms to help ONRR check and manage payments. No big changes or new costs, just keeping the system running smoothly.

2025-09266 — Agency Information Collection Activities: Indian Oil and Gas Valuation

The government wants to keep collecting info about oil and gas payments owed to Native American landowners. This helps make sure everyone gets the right money on time. If you’re involved in Indian oil and gas, get ready for some paperwork updates that keep things running smoothly—no big cost changes, just keeping the system working.

Previous: 2026-04177 — Notice of OFAC Sanctions Actions

The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC just lifted sanctions on some people, meaning their property is no longer frozen and they’re off the blocked list. At the same time, OFAC updated details for others who still have their assets frozen. These changes took effect on February 27, 2026, and could impact money and business dealings with those involved.

Next: 2026-04179 — Termination of the Designation of Yemen for Temporary Protected Status

The U.S. government is ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for people from Yemen on May 4, 2026, because conditions in Yemen have improved. This means Yemeni nationals with TPS will need to find other ways to stay in the U.S. or prepare to leave. The change starts right after the TPS designation officially expires on March 3, 2026.