Agency Information Collection Activities; Renewable Energy and Alternate Uses of Existing Facilities on the Outer Continental Shelf

2026-04135 — Offshore Downhole Commingling Regulatory Updates

Starting March 2, 2026, offshore oil and gas companies must follow updated rules for mixing production from different underground zones, thanks to a new law called the One Big Beautiful Bill. These changes make sure safety and production limits are clear and fair, helping companies avoid costly mistakes. If you drill offshore, get ready to adjust your plans and paperwork to stay in the game!

2025-17607 — Oil and Gas and Sulfur Operations on the Outer Continental Shelf-Civil Penalty Inflation Adjustment

If you work in oil, gas, or sulfur operations on the Outer Continental Shelf, your daily fines for breaking rules just got a little bigger to keep up with inflation. Starting soon, penalties will increase by about 2.6% to make sure the fines stay fair and effective. This change helps keep companies accountable while reflecting the rising costs of living.

2026-03476 — Oil and Gas and Sulfur Operations in the Outer Continental Shelf-Revisions to the 2023 Blowout Preventer Systems and Well Control Rule

The Department of the Interior is updating rules for oil and gas drilling safety in the Outer Continental Shelf to make reporting easier and clearer. These changes mainly affect companies drilling, working over, or closing wells by cutting down on repeated paperwork. You’ve got until March 25, 2026, to share your thoughts, but no big cost changes are expected.

2025-23572 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Application for Permit To Modify (APM) and Supporting Documentation

The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement wants to keep collecting info for permits to modify offshore operations. This affects companies working in oil and gas who need to update their permits. They’re asking for public comments by February 20, 2026, to make sure the process stays smooth and doesn’t create extra paperwork or costs.

2025-18643 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Decommissioning Activities

The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) wants to keep collecting info about decommissioning activities, which means safely shutting down oil and gas sites. This affects companies working in these areas, who’ll keep sharing important data to help protect the environment. No big changes or extra costs are expected, and the renewal keeps things running smoothly without delays.

2025-18051 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Oil and Gas Well-Workover Operations

The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) wants to keep collecting info about oil and gas well-workover operations, which means fixing or improving wells. This affects companies working on these wells, who’ll keep sharing important data to stay safe and follow rules. The renewal helps BSEE keep things running smoothly without adding new costs or deadlines right now.

Previous: 2026-06416 — Voluntary Service National Advisory Committee, Notice of Meeting

The VA’s Voluntary Service National Advisory Committee is meeting in San Antonio on April 29-30, 2026, to plan and improve volunteer programs that help veterans. This meeting affects veteran groups and volunteers by shaping future support efforts, including transportation and food security. The public can join in person or online, with a special chance to share comments on April 30.

Next: 2026-06418 — Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Order, Finding, or Suspended Investigation; Opportunity To Request Administrative Review and Join Annual Inquiry Service List

If you’re involved in importing goods that might be subject to special U.S. taxes called antidumping or countervailing duties, now’s your chance to ask for a review or join the annual update list. The Department of Commerce is setting deadlines and rules for who gets reviewed, using import data to pick companies. Act fast—missing deadlines could mean missing out on important changes that might affect your costs or business.