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2026-06307 — Proposed Reinstatement of Terminated Oil and Gas Lease WYW183782, Carbon County, WY

Kirkwood Oil and Gas asked to bring back their oil and gas lease in Carbon County, Wyoming, which had been ended. The government agrees to reinstate it starting January 1, 2025, with updated rental and royalty rates, plus a 2-year extension. This means Kirkwood can keep exploring and drilling, paying $20 per acre and 20% royalties, keeping business rolling smoothly.

2026-06308 — Proposed Reinstatement of Terminated Oil and Gas Lease WYW164926, Converse County, WY

Tripower Resources, LLC asked to bring back their oil and gas lease in Converse County, Wyoming, which was previously ended. The government agrees to reinstate it starting January 1, 2025, with updated rental and royalty rates, plus a 2-year extension. This means Tripower can keep exploring and producing oil and gas while paying new fees and royalties.

2026-06315 — Notice of Proposed Reinstatement of BLM New Mexico Terminated Oil and Gas Lease: NMNM141519

Enrique A. Cantu asked to bring back his New Mexico oil and gas lease NMNM141519, which was ended before. The Bureau of Land Management agrees to reinstate it starting January 1, 2022, with updated rental fees of $20 per acre and a 20% royalty. This means Cantu can keep drilling under new terms, as long as he sticks to the rules and pays up.

2026-06225 — Notice of Realty Action: Direct Sale of Public Lands in La Paz County, AZ

The government plans to sell 640 acres of public land in La Paz County, Arizona, directly to 174 Power Global, LLC for at least $350,000. This sale helps fix tricky land management issues and supports local economic growth. If you want to share your thoughts, make sure to send comments by May 15, 2026, before the sale moves forward.

2026-06107 — Filing of Plats of Survey and Supplemental Plat; New Mexico; Oklahoma

The Bureau of Land Management is officially filing new land survey maps for parts of New Mexico and Oklahoma to help manage these areas better. If anyone wants to protest these filings, they must do so by April 29, 2026. These updates mainly affect landowners, local agencies, and anyone interested in land boundaries, with no direct cost to view the plats but a fee for copies.

2026-06005 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Alaska Native Vietnam-Era Veterans Allotments

The Bureau of Land Management is asking to keep collecting info from Alaska Native Vietnam-Era veterans about their land allotments. This helps make sure paperwork stays clear and easy, with no new costs or big changes. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until May 26, 2026, to speak up!

Previous: 2026-06319 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Pacific Islands Logbook Family of Forms

NOAA is asking to keep collecting fishing reports from Pacific Islands vessel operators to track fish stocks and protect endangered sea creatures. About 576 fishers spend around 16 minutes each reporting their trips and catches. This extension keeps the rules steady with no new costs, and you’ve got 30 more days to share your thoughts!

Next: 2026-06321 — Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; EIB 92-51, Application for Special Buyer Credit Limit (SBCL) Under Multi-Buyer Export Credit Insurance Policies

The Export-Import Bank is updating its form for U.S. small businesses that export goods and want special credit limits for foreign buyers. They’re asking for public comments by May 1, 2026, to help reduce paperwork and make sure the credit info is clear and fair. This update mainly affects exporters applying for new credit limits and aims to keep things smooth and efficient.