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Overview of OCS Regulations
The Secretary of Interior has been designated by law to manage and regulate leasing,
exploration, development, and production of mineral resources on the OCS. All proposed
Federal actions and gas and oil operations are subject to stringent oversight by numerous
applicable Federal laws, MMS regulations, and coordination mandates.
Possible SOO Regulations Related to HT/HP Equipment
Workshop Presentations from January 23, 2008:
Related MMS Publication:
- Regulatory Compliance for OCS Oil and Gas Operations, OCS Report MMS 96-0039, is under
revision.
Auxillary Links:
The listing provided below serves as a brief listing of the major statutes, and is not
comprehensive.
NOTE: The following information is summary material, and is not meant to represent the
exact text of the laws or regulations.
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AUTHORITIES DIRECTLY AFFECTING OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF
ACTIVITIES
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