# Reorganization of Title 30: Bureaus of Safety and Environmental Enforcement and Ocean Energy Management

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## Record

- **Collection:** Federal Register
- **Document type:** Rule
- **Published:** October 18, 2011
- **Citation:** 76 FR 64432

## Text

DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement
30 CFR Chapter II
Bureau of Ocean Energy Management
30 CFR Chapter V
[Docket ID: BOEM-2011-0070]
RIN 1010-AD79
Reorganization of Title 30: Bureaus of Safety and Environmental Enforcement and Ocean Energy Management

AGENCY:

Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE); Interior, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM); Interior.

ACTION:

Direct final rule.

SUMMARY:

This rule contains regulations that will be under the authority of two newly formed Bureaus, the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) and the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), both within the Department of the Interior. On May 19, 2010, the Secretary of the Interior announced the separation of the responsibilities performed by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation and Enforcement (BOEMRE) (formerly the Minerals Management Service) into three new separate organizations: Office of Natural Resources Revenue (ONRR), Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), and Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE). Those regulations that will apply to the authority of BSEE organization will remain in 30 CFR chapter II, but be retitled “Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement.” This rule removes from chapter II those regulations that will apply to the authority of BOEM and recodifies them into a new 30 CFR chapter V entitled “Bureau of Ocean Energy Management.”

DATES:

Effective Dates:
This rule is effective on October 1, 2011.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Kumkum Ray, Regulations and Standards Branch, (703) 787-1604, e-mail address:
kumkum.ray@boemre.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Background

Order of Events

On May 19, 2010, the Secretary of the Department of the Interior (Secretary) issued Secretarial Order No. 3299, which announced the restructuring of the former Minerals Management Service (MMS). The restructuring divided the responsibilities of the former MMS into three new bureaus within the Department of the Interior:

(1) Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM).

(2) Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE).

(3) Office of Natural Resources Revenue (ONRR).

On June 18, 2010, the Secretary issued Secretarial Order No. 3302, which announced the name change of the former MMS to Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation and Enforcement (BOEMRE). This name, BOEMRE, will be in effect until the new organizations are in place October 1, 2011.

On October 1, 2010, the functions of the former Minerals Revenue Management (MRM) officially transferred to ONRR, reporting to the Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget.

On October 4, 2010, ONRR published a final rule in the
Federal Register
(75 FR 61051), moving the regulations related to its royalty and revenue functions from 30 CFR chapter II to chapter XII.

October 1, 2011 will be the effective date of the separation of the [remaining components of] BOEMRE into BOEM and BSEE.

Responsibilities

Secretarial Order No. 3299 established the responsibilities for BOEM, BSEE, and ONRR as follows:

BOEM will be responsible for conventional (
e.g.,
oil and gas) and renewable energy-related management functions including, but not limited to, activities involving resource evaluation, planning, and leasing, environmental science, and environmental analysis.

BSEE will be responsible for safety and environmental enforcement functions including, but not limited to, the authority to permit activities, inspect, investigate, summon witnesses and produce evidence: levy penalties; cancel or suspend activities; and oversee safety, response and removal preparedness.

ONRR is responsible for royalty and revenue management functions including, but not limited to, royalty and revenue collection, distribution, auditing and compliance, investigation and enforcement, and asset management for both onshore and offshore activities.

Secretarial Order No. 3299 further established that BOEM and BSEE will be under the supervision of the Assistant Secretary for Land and Minerals Management (ASLM) and that ONRR will be under the supervision of the Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget. This order also directed the ASLM to “take appropriate steps to ensure that this reorganization will provide that agency decisions are made in compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, and conservation laws and regulations * * *” The reorganization of these regulations supports this directive.

In a January 19, 2011, statement, the Secretary established the missions and functions of BOEM and BSEE as follows:

•
BOEM Mission:
Responsible for managing development of the nation's offshore resources in an environmentally and economically responsible way.

•
BOEM Functions include:
Leasing, Plan Administration, Environmental Studies, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Analysis, Resource Evaluation, Economic Analysis, and the Renewable Energy Program.

•
BSEE Mission:
Enforce safety and environmental regulations.

•
BSEE Functions include:
All field operations including Permitting and Research, Inspections, Research, Offshore Regulatory Programs, Oil Spill Response, and newly formed Training and Environmental Compliance functions.

Rulemaking Procedure

This rule pertains solely to the organization and codification of existing rules and related technical changes necessitated by a division of one agency into two separate agencies. It makes no changes to the substantive legal rights, obligations, or interests of affected parties. This rule therefore is a “rule[] of agency organization, procedure or practice” and is therefore exempt from the notice-and-comment requirements of 5 U.S.C. 553 under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(A). Additionally, for the same reasons, BOEMRE finds for good cause shown that notice and comment on this rule are unnecessary and contrary to the public interest under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B). Because this rule makes no changes to the legal obligations or rights of non-governmental entities, the Department further finds that good cause exists under 5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3) to make this rule effective on October 1, 2011, rather than a full 30 days after publication in the
Federal Register
.

Proposed Rule

BOEM and BSEE will also jointly issue a proposed rule that will address some more substantive changes to the regulations. In part, the proposed rule will address regulatory anomalies created by splitting the functions of one

agency into two bureaus. In certain cases, the split necessitated changing the wording of specific provisions. Rather than changing the wording in this final rule, we have concluded it is more appropriate to do so in a proposed rule. The proposed rule changes will be substantial enough in nature to necessitate public comments and publication of a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPR).

Reorganization of CFR Title 30

Background Information

This final rule assigns the regulations previously codified under Title 30 of the Code of Federal Regulations (30 CFR), chapter II—Minerals Management Service, Department of the Interior, Subchapter A—Minerals Revenue Management, Subchapter B—Offshore, and Subchapter C—Appeals; to BSEE, under chapter II and to BOEM, under chapter V. The assignment of the regulations is based on the responsibilities and authorities established by Secretarial Order No. 3299, separating BSEE and BOEM and the January 19, 2011, statement that further clarified each bureau's mission and functions.

To effectively manage the energy and mineral resources of the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS), the current regulations must be separated based on the responsibilities of the new bureaus. Based on the responsibilities established by Secretarial Order No. 3299, separating BOEMRE into BOEM and BSEE, this direct final rule reorganizes the regulations previously found in 30 CFR chapter II by:

1. Retitling chapter II as “Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement”;

2. Retaining the regulations that will be under the authority of BSEE in chapter II;

3. Adding a new chapter, “Chapter V—Bureau of Ocean Energy Management”; and

4. Moving the regulations that will be under the authority of BOEM to 30 CFR chapter V.

In addition to redesignating the regulations to the appropriate bureau, this rule makes minor supporting edits for clarification, consistency, or to reiterate current and longstanding practices. However, the regulatory requirements themselves are not changed. These edits generally fall under one of the following categories:

• Updates to cross-references to reflect the two new sets of rules, such as:

○ Change § 250.101(a) to 550.101(a)),

○ Change § 250.123 to 30 CFR 250.123,

○ Change “see § 250.111” to “see § 250.111 and 30 CFR 550.111”;

• Change references from MMS or BOEMRE to BSEE or BOEM. It should be understood, however, that references to BSEE or BOEM actions before October 1, 2011, refer to the predecessor agency (MMS or BOEMRE) performing the functions specified in the regulations;

• Changes in the text to reference new chapter, section, or title headings;

• Correction of spelling or grammatical errors;

• Changes of physical and Web site addresses;

• Changes of titles,
i.e.,
authorized manager (Regional Director, Regional Supervisor
etc.
), and specifying the appropriate title, based on the bureau (
i.e.,
BSEE Regional Director or BOEM Regional Director); and/or

Cross-References

This direct final rule is not intended to make any substantive changes to the regulations or requirements previously set forth in 30 CFR chapter II. In redesignating the regulations, various provisions of this rule contain cross-references to earlier approvals or other actions taken under redesignated sections. This rule replaces the cross-references to previous sections with cross-references to new sections.

Forms and Information Collection

BOEM and BSEE will rename forms as either BOEM or BSEE forms; MMS will be removed from the form names. Each form will retain its already assigned number, except that all numbers will now be four digits. We will add a zero(s) in front of an existing form number where necessary (
e.g.,
form MMS-123 will now become form BSEE-0123). The forms themselves are not changed by this rule.

There are no Information Collection (IC) burden changes in this rule.

Assignment of Regulations and Explanations

All sections that BSEE retains keep their existing numbers, reflecting their existing location in 30 CFR chapter II. BOEM citations are renumbered using the number “5” as the first number for the part, reflecting their new location in 30 CFR chapter V.

The following table (Table A) provides an overview of the assignment of regulations between BOEM and BSEE, by part. Many parts are retained in their entirety by BSEE or moved in their entirety to BOEM. Additional details of how other parts are divided between the two bureaus follow in Tables B through O.

Table A—Derivation Table
Title 30—Mineral Resources
Chapter II—Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation and Enforcement

Current part
New location
Justification

Subchapter A—Minerals Revenue Management

Part 203—Relief or Reduction in Royalty Rates
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
BSEE will oversee the administration of royalty relief awarded after lease issuance as an operational responsibility. However, BOEM will set the terms and conditions of any future leases issued with royalty relief provisions.

Part 219—Distribution and Disbursement of Royalties, Rentals, and Bonuses
Moved in its entirety to BOEM, chapter V, part 519
BOEM will perform revenue share calculations for Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) receipts shared under the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act (GOMESA). ONRR will continue to distribute the revenue shares to Gulf producing States and Coastal Political Subdivisions.

Subchapter B—Offshore

Part 250—Oil and Gas and Sulphur Operations in the Outer Continental Shelf
Responsibilities divided between BOEM and BSEE
Both bureaus have responsibilities that are related to operations on OCS leases. These responsibilities were divided between the two bureaus as detailed in Table B.

Part 251—Geological and Geophysical (G&G) Explorations of the Outer Continental Shelf
Responsibilities divided between BOEM and BSEE
BOEM will be responsible for issuing the permits and notices and overseeing the activities under the approved permit, as these are prelease, resource assessment-related activities. BSEE will be responsible for issuing permits for test drilling activities under their responsibilities for operations. Further details are provided in Table C.

Part 252—Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Oil and Gas Information Program
Both BOEM and BSEE will have this part in its entirety
Part 252 regulates how and when the date and information is released by the OCS Oil and Gas Information Program. Since both bureaus will collect, maintain, and use data and information collected under this program, both are responsible for managing the data and determining how and when the data and information are released. Further details are provided in Table D.

Part 253—Oil Spill Financial Responsibility for Offshore Facilities
Moved to BOEM in its entirety, chapter V, part 553
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance. Oil spill financial responsibility requirements are mandated by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA) that applies to oil handling activities at any offshore facility (whether or not involved in oil production) seaward of the coastline. Further details are provided in Table E.

Part 254—Oil-Spill Response Requirements for Facilities Located Seaward of the Coast Line
Retained in its entirety in BSEE
All oil-spill related activities, except for financial responsibility, will fall under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil-spill response. Further details are provided in Table F.

Part 256—Leasing of Sulphur or Oil and Gas in the Outer Continental Shelf
Responsibilities divided between BOEM and BSEE
BOEM has primary responsibility for leasing and leasing-related activities. Some responsibilities related to operations and production will be in both bureaus. Suspension-related requirements will go to BSEE. Further details are provided in Table G.

Part 259—Mineral Leasing: Definitions
Moved to BOEM in its entirety, chapter V, part 559
BOEM is responsible for leasing activities. Further details are provided in Table H.

Part 260—Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing
Moved to BOEM in its entirety, chapter V, part 560
BOEM is responsible for leasing activities. Further details are provided in Table I.

Part 270—Nondiscrimination in the Outer Continental Shelf
Both BOEM and BSEE will have this part in its entirety
Both BOEM and BSEE are responsible for ensuring that lessees and operators comply with section 604 of the OCSLA of 1978, which provides that “no person shall, on the grounds of race, creed, color, national origin, or sex, be excluded from receiving or participating in any activity, sale, or employment, conducted pursuant to the provisions of . . . the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act.” Further details are provided in Table J.

Part 280—Prospecting for Minerals Other Than Oil, Gas, and Sulphur on the Outer Continental Shelf
Moved to BOEM in its entirety, chapter V, part 580
This part regulates prospecting activities or scientific research activities on the OCS in Federal waters related to hard minerals on unleased lands or on lands under lease to a third party. These activities fall under BOEM responsibilities for managing the development of offshore resources and activities on unleased land or on lands leased to a third party. Further details are provided in Table K.

Part 281—Leasing of Minerals Other Than Oil, Gas, and Sulphur in the Outer Continental Shelf
Moved to BOEM in its entirety, chapter V, part 581
This part regulates leasing for minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur in the OCS. Leasing activities are a BOEM responsibility. Further details are provided in Table L.

Part 282—Operations in the Outer Continental Shelf for Minerals Other Than Oil, Gas, and Sulphur
Responsibilities divided between BOEM and BSEE
Both BOEM and BSEE have responsibilities for operations conducted under a mineral lease for OCS minerals other than oil, gas, or sulphur. These responsibilities were divided between the two bureaus as detailed in Table M.

Part 285—Renewable Energy and Alternate Uses of Existing Facilities on the Outer Continental Shelf
Moved in its entirety to BOEM, chapter V, part 585
At this time, the renewable energy program will be managed under BOEM. At a later date, the renewable energy program will be reorganized and a determination will be made regarding what functions will be administered by which agency.

Subchapter C—Appeals

Part 290—Appeal Procedures
Both BOEM and BSEE will have this part in its entirety
Appeal procedures apply to decisions and orders issued by both BOEM and BSEE. Further details are provided in Table O.

Part 291—Open and Nondiscriminatory Access to Oil and Gas Pipelines under the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act
Retained in its entirety in BSEE
This part deals with access to pipelines. All aspects of pipelines, including operations are under the responsibility of BSEE. Further details are provided in Table P.

The reorganization of the individual parts and subparts is as follows:

Subchapter A—Minerals Revenue Management

Part 203—Relief or Reduction in Royalty Rates—Retained in Its Entirety in BSEE, Chapter II

BSEE is responsible for the regulatory oversight of need-based royalty relief awarded after lease issuance and the tracking of all royalty-free production.

Part 219—Distribution and Disbursement of Royalties, Rentals, and Bonuses—Moved in Its Entirety to BOEM, Chapter V, Part 519

BOEM will perform revenue share calculations for OCS receipts shared under GOMESA.

Subchapter B—Offshore

Part 250—Oil and Gas and Sulphur Operations in the Outer Continental Shelf

Part 250 established the requirements for offshore oil, natural gas, and sulphur operations. These operations include activities after the lease is established. Most of current Part 250 will stay under BSEE, with some sections going to BOEM. The details of this division are as follows.

Table B—Detailed Table for Part 250

Current citation and BSEE citation (if applicable)
Implementing bureau and BOEM citation (if applicable)
Explanation

Subpart A—General

This subpart establishes the basic regulations for oil, gas, and sulphur exploration, development, and production operations in the OCS. Many of the requirements in this subpart represent joint responsibilities; therefore, they belong in both bureaus. Other requirements are the sole responsibility of one bureau.

§ 250.101 Authority and applicability
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.101
Establishes authority for the entire part, allowing both bureaus to have some authority for operations in the OCS and both bureaus need to establish their authority. This section also establishes the basic requirements for OCS oil, gas, and sulphur operations.

§ 250.102 What does this part do?
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.102
This section describes the purpose of these regulations (parts 250 and 550) and provides a reference table addressing where to find information for conducting OCS operations; it is applicable to the regulations in both bureaus.

§ 250.103 Where can I find more information about the requirements in this part?
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.103
This section establishes the authority for the bureaus to issue additional guidance to lessees and operators, in the form of Notices to Lessees and Operators (NTLs), and establishes the expectation of the lessees and operators to respond to that guidance.

§ 250.104 How may I appeal a decision made under MMS regulations?
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.104
This section explains how a lessee or operator may appeal a decision made by either BSEE or BOEM, it is informational and important to include in both sets of regulations.

§ 250.105 Definitions
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.105
This section contains the definitions used in parts 250 and 550, the same definitions will apply to both sets of regulations.

§ 250.106 What standards will the Director use to regulate lease operations?
Retained by BSEE
This section defines the standards for performance that BSEE will use to regulate lease operations, these operations fall under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.107 What must I do to protect health, safety, property, and the environment?
Retained by BSEE
This section establishes the expectations for operators to protect health, safety, and the environment, these responsibilities fall under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.108 What requirements must I follow for cranes and other material-handling equipment?
Retained by BSEE
Addresses cranes and other material-handling equipment, which is related to an offshore operation that is under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.109 What documents must I prepare and maintain related to welding?
Retained by BSEE
These sections address welding requirements, which are related to offshore operations that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.110 What must I include in my welding plan?

§ 250.111 Who oversees operations under my welding plan?

§ 250.112 What standards must my welding equipment meet?

§ 250.113 What procedures must I follow when welding?

§ 250.114 How must I install and operate electrical equipment?
Retained by BSEE
Addresses the installation and operation of electrical equipment, which are related to offshore operations that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.115 How do I determine well producibility?
Moved to BOEM, §§ 550.115, 550.116, and 550.117
Addresses well producibility that is under the authority of BOEM.

§ 250.116 How do I determine producibility if my well is in the Gulf of Mexico?

§ 250.117 How does a determination of well producibility affect royalty status?

§ 250.118 Will MMS approve gas injection?
Retained by BSEE
Addresses gas injection operations that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.119 Will MMS approve subsurface gas storage?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.119
Addresses subsurface gas storage that is under the authority of BOEM.

§ 250.120 How does injecting, storing, or treating gas affect my royalty payments?
Retained by BSE
These pertain to gas storage operations that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.121 What happens when the reservoir contains both original gas in place and injected gas?

§ 250.122 What effect does subsurface storage have on the lease term?
Both BSEE and BOEM § 550.122
This section clarifies that an approved storage project has no effect on lease term.

§ 250.123 Will MMS allow gas storage on unleased lands?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.123
This section allows gas storage on unleased lands, through a right-of-use and easement (RUE). RUEs are issued by BOEM, under their responsibility for resource management.

§ 250.124 Will MMS approve gas injection into the cap rock containing a sulphur deposit?
Retained by BSEE

This section addresses gas injection operations.
Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.125 Service fees
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.125
Both BSEE and BOEM will oversee activities that require collection of a service fee.

§ 250.126 Electronic payment instructions
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.126
Provides information on how to pay the fees collected by BSEE and BOEM.

§ 250.130 Why does MMS conduct inspections?
Retained by BSEE
BSEE will be responsible for issuing permits and notices and inspecting the operations under approved leases, plans, and permit.

§ 250.131 Will MMS notify me before conducting an inspection?
Retained by BSEE
BSEE will be responsible for inspecting operations and activities on the OCS.

§ 250.132 What must I do when MMS conducts an inspection?

§ 250.133 Will MMS reimburse me for my expenses related to inspections?

§ 250.135 What will MMS do if my operating performance is unacceptable?
Both BSEE and BOEM, §§ 550.135 and 550.136
BSEE is responsible for finding operator performance unacceptable under the criteria of § 550.136, but the final adjudication is a BOEM action.

§ 250.136 How will MMS determine if my operating performance is unacceptable?

§ 250.140 When will I receive an oral approval?
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.140, except for paragraph (c), which will remain with BSEE only
Both BSEE and BOEM may grant verbal approvals for activities and operations under their respective authorities. Paragraph (c) addresses oral approvals for gas flaring that will be regulated only by BSEE.

§ 250.141 May I ever use alternate procedures or equipment?
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.141
This section explains how a lessee or operator may request to use alternate procedures or equipment that is not addressed in current regulations. It is informational and important to include in both sets of regulations.

§ 250.142 How do I receive approval for departures?
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.142
This section provides information on how a lessee or operator can request a departure from the applicable BSEE or BOEM regulations. BSEE and BOEM may grant departures for activities and operations under the respective authorities.

§ 250.143 How do I designate an operator?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.143
This section addresses the designation of an operator that is under the authority of BOEM.

§ 250.144 How do I designate a new operator when a designation of operator terminates?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.144
This section addresses the designation of an operator that is under the authority of BOEM.

§ 250.145 How do I designate an agent or a local agent?
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.145
This section addresses the designation of an agent that is under the authority of both BSEE and BOEM.

§ 250.146 Who is responsible for fulfilling leasehold obligations?
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.146
This section provides information on who is responsible for fulfilling leasehold obligations. These activities are conducted under the authority of both BSEE and BOEM.

§ 250.150 How do I name facilities and wells in the Gulf of Mexico Region?
Retained by BSEE
This section provides information on naming facilities and wells in the Gulf of Mexico region that is under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.151 How do I name facilities in the Pacific Region?
Retained by BSEE
This section provides information on naming facilities and wells in the Pacific region that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.152 How do I name facilities in the Alaska Region?
Retained by BSEE
This section provides information on naming facilities and wells in the Alaska region that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.153 Do I have to rename an existing facility or well?
Retained by BSEE
This section provides information on renaming existing facilities and wells that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.154 What identification signs must I display?
Retained by BSEE
This section provides information on the required identification signs that must be displayed that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.160 When will MMS grant me a right-of-use and easement, and what requirements must I meet?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.160
This section provides information on the requirements that must be met to obtain a RUE. RUEs are issued by BOEM under their responsibility for resource management.

§ 250.161 What else must I submit with my application?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.161
This section provides information on additional requirements that must be contained in the RUE application. RUEs are issued by BOEM under their responsibility for resource management.

§ 250.162 May I continue my right-of-use and easement after the termination of any lease on which it is situated?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.162
This section provides information on RUEs that are issued by BOEM under their responsibility for resource management.

§ 250.163 If I have a State lease, will MMS grant me a right-of-use and easement?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.163
This section concerns RUEs that are issued by BOEM under their responsibility for resource management.

§ 250.164 If I have a State lease, what conditions apply for a right-of-use and easement?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.164
This section provides information on RUEs that are issued by BOEM under their responsibility for resource management.

§ 250.165 If I have a State lease, what fees do I have to pay for a right-of-use and easement?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.165
This section provides information on RUEs that are issued by BOEM under their responsibility for resource management.

§ 250.166 If I have a State lease, what surety bond must I have for a right-of-use and easement?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.166
This section provides information on RUEs that are issued by BOEM under their responsibility for resource management.

§ 250.168 May operations or production be suspended?
Retained by BSEE
These sections address suspension of operations or production. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.169 What effect does suspension have on my lease?

§ 250.170 How long does a suspension last?

§ 250.171 How do I request a suspension?

§ 250.172 When may the Regional Supervisor grant or direct an SOO or SOP?
Retained by BSEE
These sections address suspension of operations or production. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.173 When may the Regional Supervisor direct an SOO or SOP?
Retained by BSEE

§ 250.174 When may the Regional Supervisor grant or direct an SOP?
Retained by BSEE

§ 250.175 When may the Regional Supervisor grant an SOO?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses suspension of operations. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.176 Does a suspension affect my royalty payment?
Retained by BSEE
These sections address suspension of operations or production. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.177 What additional requirements may the Regional Supervisor order for a suspension?

§ 250.180 What am I required to do to keep my lease term in effect?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses requirements for keeping a lease term in effect. BSEE will determine if a lease meets these requirements.

§ 250.181 When may the Secretary cancel my lease and when am I compensated for cancellation?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.181
This section addresses lease cancellations. Offshore lease administration is under the authority of BOEM. Past the primary lease term, BSEE has greater authority over lease extensions via operations or suspensions; BOEM continues its lease administration function.

§ 250.182 When may the Secretary cancel a lease at the exploration stage?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.182
This section addresses lease cancellations. Offshore lease administration, including lease terms, is under the authority of BOEM. Past the primary lease term, BSEE has greater authority over lease extensions via operations or suspensions; BOEM continues its lease administration function.

§ 250.183 When may MMS or the Secretary extend or cancel a lease at the development and production stage?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.183
This section addresses lease cancellations. Offshore lease administration, is under the authority of BOEM. Past the primary lease term, BSEE has greater authority over lease extensions via operations or suspensions; BOEM continues its lease administration function.

§ 250.184 What is the amount of compensation for lease cancellation?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.184
This section addresses lease cancellations. Offshore lease administration, including lease terms, is under the authority of BOEM.

§ 250.185 When is there no compensation for a lease cancellation?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.185
This section addresses lease cancellations. Offshore lease administration, including lease terms, is under the authority of BOEM.

§ 250.186 What reporting information and report forms must I submit?
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.186
This section provides information concerning reporting requirements and form submission This information is applicable to both BSEE and BOEM activities.

§ 250.187 What are MMS' incident reporting requirements?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses incident reporting requirements for offshore operations that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.188 What incidents must I report to MMS and when must I report them?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses incident reporting requirements for offshore operations that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.189 Reporting requirements for incidents requiring immediate notification
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses incident reporting requirements for offshore operations that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.190 Reporting requirements for incidents requiring written notification
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses incident reporting requirements for offshore operations that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.191 How does MMS conduct incident investigations?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses incident investigations for offshore operations that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.192 What reports and statistics must I submit relating to a hurricane, earthquake, or other natural occurrence?
Retained by BSEE
This section requires operators to submit information relating to the impact of hurricanes on on-going offshore operations, which are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.193 Reports and investigations of apparent violations
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses incident reporting requirements for offshore operations that are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.194 How must I protect archaeological resources?
Moved to BOEM, paragraph (c) retained by BSEE and also in BOEM with cross reference
BOEM is responsible for plans. Paragraph (c) directs operators to report to BSEE any archaeological resource discovered while conducting operations in a lease or right-of-way area.

§ 250.195 What notification does MMS require on the production status of wells?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses the production status of wells. This information is required to determine when a well begins to actively produce. BSEE will oversee this function under their responsibility for offshore operations.

§ 250.196 Reimbursements for reproduction and processing costs
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.196
Data and information may be requested by either BSEE or BOEM.

§ 250.197 Data and information to be made available to the public or for limited inspection
BOEM—Introductory paragraph and paragraphs (a)(6), (9), (10), (b), (c)(4), (5), and (6)
Both BSEE and BOEM will collect and be responsible for various types of information. This section describes when the information collected will be made available to the public and what data and information will be made available for limited inspection. The section was divided based on the type of data and information addressed in each paragraph.

BSEE—Introductory paragraph and paragraphs (a)(1) through (5), (7), (8), (b), (c)(1) through (5) and (7) retained in BSEE

§ 250.198 Documents incorporated by reference
Retained by BSEE

This section addresses documents incorporated by reference and pertains to both BSEE and BOEM activities—
e.g.
Renewable Energy in BOEM.

§ 250.199 Paperwork Reduction Act statements—information collection
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.199
This section addresses the Paperwork Reduction Act that is applicable to both BSEE and BOEM.

Subpart B—Plans and Information

The plans function, which includes approving Exploration Plans and Development and Production Plans, falls under the jurisdiction of BOEM, under its authority to manage development of the Nation's offshore resources in an environmentally and economically responsible way. Therefore, most of Subpart B is being moved to BOEM. BSEE is responsible for Deepwater Operations Plans (DWOPs).

§ 250.200 Definitions
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.200
Definitions section, the same definitions apply to both bureaus.

§ 250.201 What plans and information must I submit before I conduct any activities on my lease or unit?
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.201
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM. BSEE is responsible for DWOPs.

§ 250.202 What criteria must the Exploration Plan (EP), Development and Production Plan (DPP), or Development Operations Coordination Document (DOCD) meet?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.202
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.203 Where can wells be located under an EP, DPP, or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.203
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.204 How must I protect the rights of the Federal Government?
Retained by BSEE
This section describes the responsibilities of the operator to protect the rights of the Federal Government while conducting operations on their lease or units. BSEE will be responsible for offshore operations and ensuring operators fulfill these obligations.

§ 250.205 Are there special requirements if my well affects an adjacent property?
Retained by BSEE
This section describes the measures operators must take to protect the rights of adjacent lessees during offshore operations. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.206 How do I submit the EP, DPP, or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.206
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.207 What ancillary activities may I conduct?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.207
This section is under the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.208 If I conduct ancillary activities, what notices must I provide?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.208
This section is under the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.209 What is the MMS review process for the notice?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.209
This section is under the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.210 If I conduct ancillary activities, what reporting and data/information retention requirements must I satisfy?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.210
This section is under the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.211 What must the EP include?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.211
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.212 What information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.212
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.213 What general information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.213
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.214 What geological and geophysical (G&G) information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.214
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.215 What hydrogen sulfide (H
2
S) information must accompany the EP?

Moved to BOEM, § 550.215
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.216 What biological, physical, and socioeconomic information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.216
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.217 What solid and liquid wastes and discharges information and cooling water intake information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.217
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.218 What air emissions information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.218
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.219 What oil and hazardous substance spills information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.219
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.220 If I propose activities in the Alaska OCS Region, what planning information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.220
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.221 What environmental monitoring information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.221
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.222 What lease stipulations information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.222
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.223 What mitigation measures information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.223
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.224 What information on support vessels, offshore vehicles, and aircraft you will use must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.224
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.225 What information on the onshore support facilities you will use must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.225
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.226 What Coastal Zone Management Act (CZMA) information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.226
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.227 What environmental impact analysis (EIA) information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.227
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.228 What administrative information must accompany the EP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.228
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.231 After receiving the EP, what will MMS do?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.231
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.232 What actions will MMS take after the EP is deemed submitted?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.232
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.233 What decisions will MMS make on the EP and within what timeframe?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.233
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.234 How do I submit a modified EP or resubmit a disapproved EP, and when will MMS make a decision?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.234
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.235 If a State objects to the EP's coastal zone consistency certification, what can I do?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.235
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.241 What must the DPP or DOCD include?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.241
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.242 What information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.242
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.243 What general information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.243
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.244 What geological and geophysical (G&G) information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.244
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.245 What hydrogen sulfide (H
2
S) information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?

Moved to BOEM, § 550.245
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.246 What mineral resource conservation information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.246
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.247 What biological, physical, and socioeconomic information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.247
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.248 What solid and liquid wastes and discharges information and cooling water intake information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.248
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.249 What air emissions information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.249
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.250 What oil and hazardous substance spills information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.250
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.251 If I propose activities in the Alaska OCS Region, what planning information must accompany the DPP?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.251
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.252 What environmental monitoring information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.252
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.253 What lease stipulations information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.253
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.254 What mitigation measures information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.254
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.255 What decommissioning information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.255
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.256 What related facilities and operations information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.256
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.257 What information on the support vessels, offshore vehicles, and aircraft you will use must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.257
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.258 What information on the onshore support facilities you will use must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.258
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.259 What sulphur operations information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.259
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.260 What Coastal Zone Management Act (CZMA) information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.260
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.261 What environmental impact analysis (EIA) information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.261
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.262 What administrative information must accompany the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.262
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.266 After receiving the DPP or DOCD, what will MMS do?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.266
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.267 What actions will MMS take after the DPP or DOCD is deemed submitted?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.267
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.268 How does MMS respond to recommendations?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.268
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.269 How will MMS evaluate the environmental impacts of the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.269
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.270 What decisions will MMS make on the DPP or DOCD and within what timeframe?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.270
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.271 For what reasons will MMS disapprove the DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.271
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.272 If a State objects to the DPP's or DOCD's coastal zone consistency certification, what can I do?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.272
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.273 How do I submit a modified DPP or DOCD or resubmit a disapproved DPP or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.273
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.280 How must I conduct activities under the approved EP, DPP, or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.280
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.281 What must I do to conduct activities under the approved EP, DPP, or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.281
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.282 Do I have to conduct post-approval monitoring?
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 550.282
Both BOEM and BSEE will have oversight functions for post-approval monitoring.

§ 250.283 When must I revise or supplement the approved EP, DPP, or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.283
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.284 How will MMS require revisions to the approved EP, DPP, or DOCD?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.284
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.285 How do I submit revised and supplemental EPs, DPPs, and DOCDs?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.285
This section addresses plans that are the responsibility of BOEM.

§ 250.286 What is a DWOP?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses DWOPs that are part of Field Operations and under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.287 For what development projects must I submit a DWOP?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses DWOPs that are part of Field Operations and under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.288 When and how must I submit the Conceptual Plan?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses DWOPs that are part of Field Operations and under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.289 What must the Conceptual Plan contain?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses DWOPs that are part of Field Operations and under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.290 What operations require approval of the Conceptual Plan?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses DWOPs that are part of Field Operations and under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.291 When and how must I submit the DWOP?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses DWOPs that are part of Field Operations and under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.292 What must the DWOP contain?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses DWOPs that are part of Field Operations and under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.293 What operations require approval of the DWOP?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses DWOPs that are part of Field Operations and under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.294 May I combine the Conceptual Plan and the DWOP?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses DWOPs that are part of Field Operations and under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.295 When must I revise my DWOP?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses DWOPs that are part of Field Operations and under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.296 When and how must I submit a CID or a revision to a CID?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.296
This section addresses Conservation Information Documents (CIDs) that are under the authority of BOEM to manage development of the Nation's offshore resources in an environmentally and economically responsible way.

§ 250.297 What information must a CID contain?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.297
This section addresses CIDs that are under the authority of BOEM to manage development of the Nation's offshore resources in an environmentally and economically responsible way.

§ 250.298 How long will MMS take to evaluate and make a decision on the CID?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.298
This section addresses CIDs that are under the authority of BOEM to manage development of the Nation's offshore resources in an environmentally and economically responsible way.

§ 250.299 What operations require approval of the CID?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.299
This section addresses CIDs that are under the authority of BOEM to manage development of the Nation's offshore resources in an environmentally and economically responsible way.

Subpart C—Pollution Prevention and Control

§ 250.300 Pollution prevention
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses pollution prevention during offshore operations. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.301 Inspection of facilities
Retained by BSEE
BSEE will be responsible for all inspection activities on the OCS.

§ 250.302 Definitions concerning air quality
Moved to BOEM, § 550.302
This section pertains to air quality concerns that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 250.303 Facilities described in a new or revised Exploration Plan or Development and Production Plan
Moved to BOEM, § 550.303
This section pertains to air quality concerns that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 250.304 Existing facilities
Moved to BOEM, § 550.304
This section pertains to air quality concerns that are under the authority of BOEM.

Subpart D—Oil and Gas Drilling Operations

Retained in its entirety by BSEE. This section addresses oil and gas drilling operations on the OCS. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

Subpart E—Oil and Gas Well-Completion Operations

Retained in its entirety by BSEE. BSEE will oversee all well-operations, under Field Operations, under its authority for ensuring safety and environmental compliance on the OCS.

Subpart F—Oil and Gas Well-Workover Operations

Retained in its entirety by BSEE. This subpart addresses Oil and Gas Well Workover Operations on the OCS. Offshore operations are the responsibility of BSEE, under its authority for ensuring safety and environmental compliance on the OCS.

Subpart G—[Reserved]

Subpart H—Oil and Gas Production Safety Systems

Retained in its entirety by BSEE. Addresses oil and gas production safety systems used during offshore operations, which are under the authority of BSEE.

Subpart I—Platforms and Structures

Retained in its entirety by BSEE. This section addresses platforms and structures on the OCS for offshore operations. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

Subpart J—Pipelines and Pipeline Rights-of-Way

Mostly retained by BSEE, except for provisions related to bond requirements (§ 250.1011). Bonding for all activities is the responsibility of BOEM, and the bonding section will be moved to § 550.1011. The rest of pipeline operations, including the issuance of pipeline rights-of-way, are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1000 General requirements.
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses pipelines and pipeline rights-of-way on the OCS, which are offshore operations. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1001 Definitions
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses pipelines and pipeline rights-of-way on the OCS, which are offshore operations. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1002 Design requirements for DOI pipelines
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses pipelines and pipeline rights-of-way on the OCS, which are offshore operations. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1003 Installation, testing, and repair requirements for DOI pipelines
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses pipelines and pipeline rights-of-way on the OCS, which are offshore operations. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1004 Safety equipment requirements for DOI pipelines
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses pipelines and pipeline rights-of-way on the OCS, which are offshore operations. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1005 Inspection requirements for DOI pipelines
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses pipelines and pipeline rights-of-way on the OCS, which are offshore operations. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1006 How must I decommission and take out of service a DOI pipeline?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses pipelines and pipeline rights-of-way on the OCS, which are offshore operations. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1007 What to include in applications
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses pipelines and pipeline rights-of-way on the OCS, which are offshore operations. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1008 Reports
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses pipelines and pipeline rights-of-way on the OCS, which are offshore operations. Offshore operations are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1009 Requirements to obtain pipeline right-of-way grants
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses pipelines and pipeline rights-of-way on the OCS, which are offshore operations. The pipeline rights-of-way are so closely related to the regulation of pipeline operations that it is most efficient to vest the authority in BSEE.

§ 250.1010 General requirements for pipeline right-of-way holders
Retained by BSEE
The pipeline rights-of-way are so closely related to the regulation of pipeline operations that it is most efficient to vest the authority in BSEE.

§ 250.1011 Bond requirements for pipeline right-of-way holders
Moved to BOEM, § 550.1011
All bonding is under the authority of BOEM.

§ 250.1012 Required payments for pipeline right-of-way holders
Retained by BSEE
The pipeline rights-of-way are so closely related to the regulation of pipeline operations that it is most efficient to vest the authority in BSEE.

§ 250.1013 Grounds for forfeiture of pipeline right-of-way grants
Retained by BSEE
The pipeline rights-of-way are so closely related to the regulation of pipeline operations that it is most efficient to vest the authority in BSEE.

§ 250.1014 When pipeline right-of-way grants expire
Retained by BSEE
The pipeline rights-of-way are so closely related to the regulation of pipeline operations that it is most efficient to vest the authority in BSEE.

§ 250.1015 Applications for pipeline right-of-way grants
Retained by BSEE
The pipeline rights-of-way are so closely related to the regulation of pipeline operations that it is most efficient to vest the authority in BSEE.

§ 250.1016 Granting pipeline rights-of-way
Retained by BSEE
The pipeline rights-of-way are so closely related to the regulation of pipeline operations that it is most efficient to vest the authority in BSEE.

§ 250.1017 Requirements for construction under pipeline right-of-way grants
Retained by BSEE
The pipeline rights-of-way are so closely related to the regulation of pipeline operations that it is most efficient to vest the authority in BSEE.

§ 250.1018 Assignment of pipeline right-of-way grants
Retained by BSEE
The pipeline rights-of-way are so closely related to the regulation of pipeline operations that it is most efficient to vest the authority in BSEE.

§ 250.1019 Relinquishment of pipeline right-of-way grants
Retained by BSEE
The pipeline rights-of-way are so closely related to the regulation of pipeline operations that it is most efficient to vest the authority in BSEE.

Subpart K—Oil and Gas Production Requirements

Mostly retained by BSEE, except for provisions related to static bottomhole pressure surveys and classifying reservoirs; BOEM will oversee these requirements because they are operator reporting requirements that can be separated from BSEE's enforcement responsibilities.

§ 250.1150 What are the general reservoir production requirements?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses oil and gas production requirements that are part of offshore operations and are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1151 How often must I conduct well production tests?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses oil and gas production requirements that are part of offshore operations and are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1152 How do I conduct well tests?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses oil and gas production requirements that are part of offshore operations and are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1153 When must I conduct a static bottomhole pressure survey?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.1153
BOEM will oversee these requirements because they are operator reporting requirements that can be separated from BSEE's enforcement responsibilities.

§ 250.1154 How do I determine if my reservoir is sensitive?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.1154
BOEM will oversee these requirements because they are operator reporting requirements that can be separated from BSEE's enforcement responsibilities.

§ 250.1155 What information must I submit for sensitive reservoirs?
Moved to BOEM, § 550.1155
BOEM will oversee these requirements because they are operator reporting requirements that can be separated from BSEE's enforcement responsibilities.

§ 250.1156 What steps must I take to receive approval to produce within 500 feet of a unit or lease line?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses oil and gas production requirements that are part of offshore operations and are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1157 How do I receive approval to produce gas-cap gas from an oil reservoir with an associated gas cap?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses oil and gas production requirements that are part of offshore operations and are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1158 How do I receive approval to downhole commingle hydrocarbons?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses oil and gas production requirements that are part of offshore operations and are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1159 May the Regional Supervisor limit my well or reservoir production rates?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses oil and gas production requirements that are part of offshore operations and are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1160 When may I flare or vent gas?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses oil and gas production requirements that are part of offshore operations and are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1161 When may I flare or vent gas for extended periods of time?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses oil and gas production requirements that are part of offshore operations and are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1162 When may I burn produced liquid hydrocarbons?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses oil and gas production requirements that are part of offshore operations and are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1163 How must I measure gas flaring or venting volumes and liquid hydrocarbon burning volumes, and what records must I maintain?
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses oil and gas production requirements that are part of offshore operations and are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1164 What are the requirements for flaring or venting gas containing H
2
S?

Retained by BSEE
This section addresses oil and gas production requirements that are part of offshore operations and are under the authority of BSEE.

§ 250.1165 What must I do for enhanced recovery operations?
Responsibilities divided between BSEE and BOEM, § 550.1165(b)
This section addresses oil and gas production requirements that are part of offshore operations and are under the authority of BSEE. Paragraph 550.1165 (b) refers operators to BSEE for approval.

§ 250.1166 What additional reporting is required for developments in the Alaska OCS Region?
Responsibilities divided between BSEE and BOEM, § 550.1166(c)
BSEE will oversee these requirements because they are operator reporting requirements. Paragraph 550.1166(c) requires the lessee/operator to request the Maximum Efficient Rate (MER) when submitting Form BOEM-0127 as required under § 550.1155 for sensitive reservoirs.

§ 250.1167 What information must I submit with forms and for approvals?
Responsibilities divided between BSEE and BOEM
This section addresses information to be submitted; both BSEE and BOEM functions.

Subpart L—Oil and Gas Production Measurement, Surface Commingling, and Security

Retained in its entirety by BSEE. This subpart addresses production measurement, which is a responsibility of BSEE, under its authority for regulatory enforcement of conservation compliance.

Subpart M—Unitization

Retained in its entirety by BSEE. This subpart addresses unitization, which is a responsibility of BSEE, under its authority for regulatory enforcement of conservation compliance.

Subpart N—Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Civil Penalties

Retained in both bureaus in its entirety, with the exception of provisions in current § 250.1460 that are specific to operational violations penalized only by BSEE. BOEM issues civil penalties for violations that occur prior to commencement of lease operations and not involving safety and environmental matters, but arising from the lease management functions and regulations of BOEM. BSEE issues civil penalties for violations that occur after permits are approved; these violations would include violations of lease terms or approved plans that occur during operations.

Subpart O—Well Control and Production Safety Training

Retained in its entirety by BSEE. This subpart establishes training requirements for individuals working in the offshore oil and gas industry; which is the responsibility of BSEE, under its authority for regulatory enforcement of safety related to offshore operations.

Subpart P—Sulphur Operations

Retained in its entirety by BSEE. Sulphur operations are the responsibility of BSEE, under the authority for regulatory enforcement of safety, environment and conservation compliance of the Nation's offshore resources.

Subpart Q—Decommissioning Activities

Retained in its entirety by BSEE. Decommissioning activities are the responsibility of BSEE, under the authority for regulatory enforcement of safety, environment and conservation compliance of the Nation's offshore resources.

Subpart R—[Reserved]

Subpart S—Safety and Environmental Management Systems (SEMS)

Retained in its entirety by BSEE. This subpart addresses operator developed SEMS programs; these programs are the responsibility of BSEE, under the authority for regulatory enforcement of safety, environment and conservation compliance of the Nation's offshore resources.

Part 251—Geological and Geophysical (G&G) Explorations of the Outer Continental Shelf

This part establishes requirements to conduct G&G activities related to oil, gas, and sulphur on unleased lands, or lands under lease to a third party. Most of this part will be the responsibility of BOEM, under its authority to conduct exploration or scientific research activities. Some sections that address drilling will go to BSEE that address drilling.

Table C—Detailed Table for Part 251

Current citation and BSEE citation (if applicable)
Implementing bureau and BOEM citation (if applicable)
Explanation

PART 251—GEOLOGICAL AND GEOPHYSICAL (G&G) EXPLORATIONS OF THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF

§ 251.1 Definitions
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 551.1
Definitions section, the same definitions apply to both bureaus.

§ 251.2 Purpose of this part
Moved to BOEM, § 551.2
This section addresses prelease G&G activities. Prelease activities are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 251.3 Authority and applicability of this part
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 551.3
This section addresses prelease G&G activities. Prelease activities are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 251.4 Types of G&G activities that require permits or Notices
Moved to BOEM, § 551.4
This section addresses prelease G&G activities. Prelease activities are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 251.5 Applying for permits or filing Notices
Moved to BOEM, § 551.5
This section addresses prelease G&G activities. Prelease activities are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 251.6 Obligations and rights under a permit or a Notice
Moved to BOEM, § 551.6
This section addresses prelease G&G activities. Prelease activities are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 251.7 Test drilling activities under a permit
Responsibilities divided between both BSEE and BOEM
All of paragraph (b) regulates drilling activities, which are operations that require a permit, under the authority of BSEE. All of § 551.7, except (b)(6) and (b)(8), is under BOEM.

§ 251.8 Inspection and reporting requirements for activities under a permit
Moved to BOEM, § 551.8
This section addresses prelease G&G activities. Prelease activities are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 251.9 Temporarily stopping, canceling, or relinquishing activities approved under a permit
Moved to BOEM, § 551.9
This section addresses prelease G&G activities. Prelease activities are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 251.10 Penalties and appeals
Moved to BOEM, § 551.10
This section addresses prelease G&G activities. Prelease activities are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 251.11 Submission, inspection, and selection of geological data and information collected under a permit and processed by permittees or third parties
Moved to BOEM, § 551.11
This section addresses prelease G&G activities. Prelease activities are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 251.12 Submission, inspection, and selection of geophysical data and information collected under a permit and processed by permittees or third parties
Moved to BOEM, § 551.12
This section addresses prelease G&G activities. Prelease activities are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 251.13 Reimbursement for the costs of reproducing data and information and certain processing costs
Moved to BOEM, § 551.13
This section addresses prelease G&G activities. Prelease activities are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 251.14 Protecting and disclosing data and information submitted to MMS under a permit
Moved to BOEM, § 551.14
This section addresses prelease G&G activities. Prelease activities are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 251.15 Authority for information collection
In both BSEE and BOEM § 551.15
This section establishes the authority for the bureaus to collect the required information from lessees and operators who conduct business on the OCS. Information collection is required in this part for aspects regulated by both BSEE and BOEM.

Part 252—Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Oil and Gas Information Program

Both BOEM and BSEE will have this part in its entirety. Both bureaus will be responsible for collecting and maintaining certain data and information. This subpart establishes the responsibilities of the bureau for protecting and releasing this data.

Table D—Detailed Table for Part 252

Current citation and BSEE citation
(if applicable)

Implementing bureau and BOEM citation (if applicable)
Explanation

PART 252—OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF (OCS) OIL AND GAS INFORMATION PROGRAM

§ 252.1 Purpose
In both BSEE and BOEM § 552.1
Both BSEE and BOEM will collect, maintain, and use data collected under this program. Both bureaus are responsible for managing the data and determining how and when the data is released.

§ 252.2 Definitions
In both BSEE and BOEM § 552.2
Definitions section. The same definitions apply to both sets of regulations.

§ 252.3 Oil and gas data and information to be provided for use in the OCS Oil and Gas Information Program
In both BSEE and BOEM § 552.3
Both BSEE and BOEM will collect.

§ 252.4 Summary Report to affected States
In both BSEE and BOEM § 552.4
Both BSEE and BOEM will collect.

§ 252.5 Information to be made available to affected States
In both BSEE and BOEM § 552.5
Both BSEE and BOEM will collect.

§ 252.6 Freedom of Information Act requirements
In both BSEE and BOEM § 552.6
Both BSEE and BOEM will collect.

§ 252.7 Privileged and proprietary data and information to be made available to affected States
In both BSEE and BOEM § 552.7
Both BSEE and BOEM will collect.

Part 253—Oil Spill Financial Responsibility for Offshore Facilities—Moved to BOEM in Its Entirety, Chapter V Part 523

All financial responsibility functions will be under the authority of BOEM, under its mission to manage the development of offshore resources in an economically responsible way.

Table E—Detailed Table for Part 253

Current citation and BSEE citation
(if applicable)

Implementing bureau and BOEM citation (if applicable)
Explanation

Subpart A—General

§ 253.1 What is the purpose of this part?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.1
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance. OPA financial responsibility is required of all oil handling facilities seaward of the coastline, whether production facilities or not and whether Federal or not.

§ 253.3 How are the terms used in this regulation defined?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.3
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.5 What is the authority for collecting Oil Spill Financial Responsibility (OSFR) information?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.5
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

Subpart B—Applicability and Amount of OSFR

§ 253.10 What facilities does this part cover?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.10
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.11 Who must demonstrate OSFR?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.11
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.12 May I ask MMS for a determination of whether I must demonstrate OSFR?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.12
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.13 How much OSFR must I demonstrate?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.13
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.14 How do I determine the worst case oil-spill discharge volume?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.14
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.15 What are my general OSFR compliance responsibilities?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.15
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

Subpart C—Methods for Demonstrating OSFR

§ 253.20 What methods may I use to demonstrate OSFR?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.20
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.21 How can I use self-insurance as OSFR evidence?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.21
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.22 How do I apply to use self-insurance as OSFR evidence?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.22
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.23 What information must I submit to support my net worth demonstration?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.23
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.24 When I submit audited annual financial statements to verify my net worth, what standards must they meet?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.24
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.25 What financial test procedures must I use to determine the amount of self-insurance allowed as OSFR evidence based on net worth?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.25
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.26 What information must I submit to support my unencumbered assets demonstration?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.26
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.27 When I submit audited annual financial statements to verify my unencumbered assets, what standards must they meet?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.27
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.28 What financial test procedures must I use to evaluate the amount of self-insurance allowed as OSFR evidence based on unencumbered assets?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.28
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.29 How can I use insurance as OSFR evidence?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.29
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.30 How can I use an indemnity as OSFR evidence?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.30
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.31 How can I use a surety bond as OSFR evidence?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.31
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.32 Are there alternative methods to demonstrate OSFR?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.32
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

Subpart D—Requirements for Submitting OSFR Information

§ 253.40 What OSFR evidence must I submit to MMS?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.40
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.41 What terms must I include in my OSFR evidence?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.41
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.42 How can I amend my list of COFs?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.42
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.43 When is my OSFR demonstration or the amendment to my OSFR demonstration effective?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.43
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.44 [Reserved]
§ 553.44 [Reserved]
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.45 Where do I send my OSFR evidence?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.45
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

Subpart E—Revocation and Penalties

§ 253.50 How can MMS refuse or invalidate my OSFR evidence?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.50
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.51 What are the penalties for not complying with this part?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.51
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

Subpart F—Claims for Oil-Spill Removal Costs and Damages

§ 253.60 To whom may I present a claim?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.60
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.61 When is a guarantor subject to direct action for claims?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.61
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

§ 253.62 What are the designated applicant's notification obligations regarding a claim?
Moved to BOEM, § 553.62
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

Appendix—Appendix to Part 253—List of U.S. Geological Survey Topographic Maps
Moved to BOEM, Appendix to part 553
BOEM is responsible for all activities related to financial assurance.

Part 254—Oil-Spill Response Requirements for Facilities Located Seaward of the Coast Line—Retained in Its Entirety in BSEE

All oil-spill response functions will be managed by BSEE under its responsibility for enforcement of environmental compliance requirements.

Table F—Detailed Table for Part 254

Current citation and BSEE citation (if applicable)
Implementing bureau and BOEM citation (if applicable)
Explanation

Subpart A—General

§ 254.1 Who must submit a spill-response plan?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.2 When must I submit a response plan?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.3 May I cover more than one facility in my response plan?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.4 May I reference other documents in my response plan?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.5 General response plan requirements
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.6 Definitions
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.7 How do I submit my response plan to the MMS?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.8 May I appeal decisions under this part?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.9 Authority for information collection.
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

Subpart B—Oil-Spill Response Plans for Outer Continental Shelf Facilities

§ 254.20 Purpose
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.21 How must I format my response plan?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.22 What information must I include in the “Introduction and plan contents” section?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.23 What information must I include in the “Emergency response action plan” section?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.24 What information must I include in the “Equipment inventory” appendix?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.25 What information must I include in the “Contractual agreements” appendix?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.26 What information must I include in the “Worst case discharge scenario” appendix?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.27 What information must I include in the “Dispersant use plan” appendix?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.28 What information must I include in the “In situ burning plan” appendix?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.29 What information must I include in the “Training and drills” appendix?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.30 When must I revise my response plan?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

Subpart C—Related Requirements for Outer Continental Shelf Facilities

§ 254.40 Records
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.41 Training your response personnel
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.42 Exercises for your response personnel and equipment
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.43 Maintenance and periodic inspection of response equipment
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.44 Calculating response equipment effective daily recovery capacities
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.45 Verifying the capabilities of your response equipment
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.46 Whom do I notify if an oil spill occurs?
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.47 Determining the volume of oil of your worst case discharge scenario
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

Subpart D—Oil-Spill Response Requirements for Facilities Located in State Waters Seaward of the Coast Line

§ 254.50 Spill response plans for facilities located in State waters seaward of the coast line
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.51 Modifying an existing OCS response plan
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.52 Following the format for an OCS response plan
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.53 Submitting a response plan developed under State requirements
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

§ 254.54 Spill prevention for facilities located in State waters seaward of the coast line
Retained in its entirety in BSEE, chapter II
All oil spill related regulations, except for financial responsibility, are under BSEE, under its responsibility for oil spill response.

Part 256—Leasing of Sulphur or Oil and Gas in the Outer Continental Shelf

This part establishes leasing requirements for sulphur, oil, and natural gas. Most of this part will be under the responsibility of BOEM under its authority to manage the development of the Nation's offshore resources in an environmentally and economically responsible way. Some sections will go to BSEE that address lease extensions by drilling and suspensions of operations or production.

Table G—Detailed Table for Part 256

Current citation and BSEE citation
(if applicable)

Implementing bureau and BOEM citation (if applicable)
Explanation

Subpart A—Outer Continental Shelf Oil, Gas, and Sulphur Management, General

§ 256.0 Authority for information collection
Moved to BOEM, § 556.0
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.1 Purpose
Moved to BOEM, § 556.1, retained purpose except for right-of-way grant clause; under BSEE retained right-of-way grant clause
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.2 Policy
Moved to BOEM, § 556.2
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.4 Authority
Moved to BOEM, § 556.4
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.5 Definitions
Moved to BOEM, § 556.5
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.7 Cross references
Both BSEE and BOEM § 556.7
This section contains cross references that are pertinent to both BSEE and BOEM activities.

§ 256.8 Leasing maps and diagrams
Moved to BOEM, § 556.8
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.10 Information to States
Moved to BOEM, § 556.10
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.11 Helium
Moved to BOEM, § 556.11
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.12 Supplemental sales
Moved to BOEM, § 556.12
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Subpart B—Oil and Gas Leasing Program

§ 256.16 Receipt and consideration of nominations; public notice and participation
Moved to BOEM, § 556.16
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.17 Review by State and local governments and other persons
Moved to BOEM, § 556.17
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.19 Periodic consultation with interested parties
Moved to BOEM, § 556.19
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.20  Consideration of coastal zone management program
Moved to BOEM, § 556.20
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Subpart C—Reports From Federal Agencies

§ 256.22 General
Moved to BOEM, § 556.22
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Subpart D—Call for Information and Nominations

§ 256.23 Information on areas
Moved to BOEM, § 556.23
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.25 Areas near coastal states
Moved to BOEM, § 556.25
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Subpart E—Area Identification and Tract Size

§ 256.26 General
Moved to BOEM, § 556.26
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.28 Tract size
Moved to BOEM, § 556.28
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Subpart F—Lease Sales

§ 256.29 Proposed notice of sale
Moved to BOEM, § 556.29
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.31 State comments
Moved to BOEM, § 556.31
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.32 Notice of sale
Moved to BOEM, § 556.32
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Subpart G—Issuance of Leases

§ 256.35 Qualifications of lessees
Moved to BOEM, § 556.35
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.37 Lease term
Moved to BOEM, § 556.37
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.38 Joint bidding provisions
Moved to BOEM, § 556.38
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.40 Definitions
Moved to BOEM, § 556.40
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.41 Joint bidding requirements
Moved to BOEM, § 556.41
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.43 Chargeability for production
Moved to BOEM, § 556.43
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.44 Bids disqualified
Moved to BOEM, § 556.44
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.46 Submission of bids
Moved to BOEM, § 556.46
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.47 Award of leases
Moved to BOEM, § 556.47
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.49 Lease form
Moved to BOEM, § 556.49
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.50 Dating of leases
Moved to BOEM, § 556.50
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Subpart H—Rentals and Royalties [Reserved]

Subpart I—Bonding

§ 256.52 Bond requirements for an oil and gas or sulphur lease
Moved to BOEM, § 556.52
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.53 Additional bonds
Moved to BOEM, § 556.53
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.54 General requirements for bonds
Moved to BOEM, § 556.54
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.55 Lapse of bond
Moved to BOEM, § 556.55
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.56 Lease-specific abandonment accounts
Moved to BOEM, § 556.56
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.57 Using a third-party guarantee instead of a bond
Moved to BOEM, § 556.57
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.58 Termination of the period of liability and cancellation of a bond
Moved to BOEM, § 556.58
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.59 Forfeiture of bonds and/or other securities
Moved to BOEM, § 556.59
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Subpart J—Assignments, Transfers, and Extensions

§ 256.62 Assignment of lease or interest in lease
Moved to BOEM, § 556.62
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.63 Service fees
Moved to BOEM, § 556.63
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.64 How to file transfers
Moved to BOEM, § 556.64
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.65 Attorney General review
Moved to BOEM, § 556.65
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.67 Separate filings for assignments
Moved to BOEM, § 556.67
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.68 Effect of assignment of a particular tract
Moved to BOEM, § 556.68
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.70 Extension of lease by drilling or well reworking operations
Both BSEE and BOEM § 556.70
Needed by both agencies.

§ 256.71 Directional drilling
Both BSEE and BOEM § 556.71
Needed by both agencies.

§ 256.72 Compensatory payments as production
Both BSEE and BOEM § 556.72
Needed by both agencies.

§ 256.73 Effect of suspensions on lease term
Retained by BSEE
This section addresses enforcement of suspension activities on the OCS that is under the authority of BSEE. Beyond the primary lease term, BSEE's oversight over operations and production and suspensions thereof determine the lease term.

Subpart K—Termination of Leases

§ 256.76 Relinquishment of leases or parts of leases
Moved to BOEM, § 556.76
This section addresses leasing administration on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.77 Cancellation of leases
Both BSEE and BOEM, § 556.77
BOEM is authorized to cancel leases. BSEE has the authority to initiate lease cancellation.

Subpart L—Section 6 Leases

§ 256.79 Effect of regulations on lease
Both BSEE and BOEM § 556.79
Needed by both agencies.

§ 256.80 Leases of other minerals
Moved to BOEM, § 556.80
This section addresses leasing administration on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Subpart M—Studies

§ 256.82 Environmental studies
Moved to BOEM, § 556.82
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Subpart N—Bonus or Royalty Credits for Exchange of Certain Leases

Offshore Florida

§ 256.90 Which leases may I exchange for a bonus or royalty credit?
Moved to BOEM, § 556.90
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.91 How much bonus or royalty credit will MMS grant in exchange for a lease?
Moved to BOEM, § 556.91
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.92 What must I do to obtain a bonus or royalty credit?
Moved to BOEM, § 556.92
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.93 How is the bonus or royalty credit allocated among multiple lease owners?
Moved to BOEM, § 556.93
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.94 How may I use the bonus or royalty credit?
Moved to BOEM, § 556.94
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 256.95 How do I transfer a bonus or royalty credit to another person?
Moved to BOEM, § 556.95
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

APPENDIX A PART 256—Appendix A to Part 256—Oil and Gas Cash Bonus Bid
Moved to BOEM, APPENDIX A PART 556
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Part 259—Mineral Leasing: Definitions—Moved to BOEM in Its Entirety, Chapter V Part 559

Table H—Detailed Table for Part 259

Current citation and BSEE citation
(if applicable)

Implementing bureau and BOEM citation (if applicable)
Explanation

§ 259.001 Purpose and scope
Moved to BOEM, § 559.001
This section addresses definitions used in lease administration under the authority of BOEM.

§ 259.002 Definitions
Moved to BOEM, § 559.002
This section used in lease administration under the authority of BOEM.

Part 260—Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing—Moved to BOEM in Its Entirety, Chapter V, Part 560

BOEM is responsible for lease sales, bidding systems, the regulatory oversight of incentive-based royalty relief and establishing royalty relief thresholds.

Table I—Detailed Table for Part 260

Current citation and BSEE citation (if applicable)
Implementing bureau and BOEM citation (if applicable)
Explanation

Subpart A—General Provisions

§ 260.1 What is the purpose of this part?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.1
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.2 What definitions apply to this part?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.2
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.3 What is MMS's authority to collect information?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.3
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Subpart B—Bidding Systems

§ 260.101 What is the purpose of this subpart?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.101
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.102 What definitions apply to this subpart?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.102
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.110 What bidding systems may MMS use?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.110
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.111 What conditions apply to the bidding systems that MMS uses?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.111
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.112 How do royalty suspension volumes apply to eligible leases?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.112
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.113 When does an eligible lease qualify for a royalty suspension volume?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.113
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.114 How does MMS assign and monitor royalty suspension volumes for eligible leases?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.114
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.115 How long will a royalty suspension volume for an eligible lease be effective?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.115
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.116 How do I measure natural gas production on my eligible lease?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.116
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.120 How does royalty suspension apply to leases issued in a sale held after November 2000?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.120
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.121 When does a lease issued in a sale held after November 2000 get a royalty suspension?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.121
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.122 How long will a royalty suspension volume be effective for a lease issued in a sale held after November 2000?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.122
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.123 How do I measure natural gas production for a lease issued in a sale held after November 2000?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.123
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.124 How will royalty suspension apply if MMS assigns a lease issued in a sale held after November 2000 to a field that has a pre-Act lease?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.124
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.130 What criteria does MMS use for selecting bidding systems and bidding system components?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.130
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Subpart C—[Reserved]

Subpart D—Joint Bidding

§ 260.301 What is the purpose of this subpart?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.301
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.302 What definitions apply to this subpart?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.302
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

§ 260.303 What are the joint bidding requirements?
Moved to BOEM, § 560.303
This section addresses leasing activities on the OCS that are under the authority of BOEM.

Part 270—Nondiscrimination in the Outer Continental Shelf

Both BOEM and BSEE will have this part in its entirety.

Table J—Detailed Table for Part 270

Current citation and BSEE citation
(if applicable)

Implementing bureau and BOEM citation (if applicable)
Explanation

§ 270.1 Purpose
Revised in both BSEE and BOEM § 570.1
This section addresses the nondiscrimination on the OCS provisions that are relevant to the activities regulated by both BSEE and BOEM.

§ 270.2 Application of this part
Revised in both BSEE and BOEM § 570.2
This section addresses the nondiscrimination on the OCS provisions that are under the authority of both BSEE and BOEM.

§ 270.3 Definitions
Revised in both BSEE and BOEM § 570.3
This section addresses the nondiscrimination on the OCS provisions that are under the authority of both BSEE and BOEM.

§ 270.4 Discrimination prohibited
Revised in both BSEE and BOEM § 570.4
This section addresses the nondiscrimination on the OCS provisions that are under the authority of both BSEE and BOEM.

§ 270.5 Complaint
Revised in both BSEE and BOEM § 570.5
This section addresses the nondiscrimination on the OCS provisions that are under the authority of both BSEE and BOEM.

§ 270.6 Process
Revised in both BSEE and BOEM § 570.6
This section addresses the nondiscrimination on the OCS provisions that are under the authority of both BSEE and BOEM.

§ 270.7 Remedies
Revised in both BSEE and BOEM § 570.7
This section addresses the nondiscrimination on the OCS provisions that are under the authority of both BSEE and BOEM.

Part 280—Prospecting for Minerals Other Than Oil, Gas, and Sulphur on the Outer Continental Shelf—Moved to BOEM in Its Entirety, Chapter V, Part 580

BOEM is responsible for regulating prospecting activities or scientific research activities on the OCS related to hard minerals on unleased lands or on lands under lease to a third party.

Table K—Detailed Table for Part 280

Current citation and BSEE citation (if applicable)
Implementing bureau and BOEM citation (if applicable)
Explanation

Subpart A—General Information

§ 280.1 What definitions apply to this part?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.1
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.2 What is the purpose of this part?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.2
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.3 What requirements must I follow when I conduct prospecting or research activities?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.3
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.4 What activities are not covered by this part?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.4
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

Subpart B—How To Apply for a Permit or File a Notice

§ 280.10 What must I do before I may conduct prospecting activities?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.10
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.11 What must I do before I may conduct scientific research?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.11
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.12 What must I include in my application or notification?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.12
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.13 Where must I send my application or notification?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.13
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

Subpart C—Obligations Under This Part

§ 280.20 What must I not do in conducting Geological and Geophysical (G&G) prospecting or scientific research?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.20
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.21 What must I do in conducting G&G prospecting or scientific research?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.21
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.22 What must I do when seeking approval for modifications?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.22
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.23 How must I cooperate with inspection activities?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.23
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.24 What reports must I file?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.24
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.25 When may MMS require me to stop activities under this part?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.25
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.26 When may I resume activities?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.26
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.27 When may MMS cancel my permit?
In both BSEE and BOEM, § 580.27
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.28 May I relinquish my permit?
In both BSEE and BOEM, § 580.28
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.29 Will MMS monitor the environmental effects of my activity?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.29
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.30 What activities will not require environmental analysis?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.30
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.31 Whom will MMS notify about environmental issues?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.31
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.32 What penalties may I be subject to?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.32
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.33 How can I appeal a penalty?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.33
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.34 How can I appeal an order or decision?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.34
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

Subpart D—Data Requirements

§ 280.40 When do I notify MMS that geological data and information are available for submission, inspection, and selection?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.40
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.41 What types of geological data and information must I submit to MMS?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.41
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.42 When geological data and information are obtained by a third party, what must we both do?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.42
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.50 When do I notify MMS that geophysical data and information are available for submission, inspection, and selection?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.50
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.51 What types of geophysical data and information must I submit to MMS?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.51
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.52 When geophysical data and information are obtained by a third party, what must we both do?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.52
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.60 Which of my costs will be reimbursed?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.60
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.61 Which of my costs will not be reimbursed?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.61
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.70 What data and information will be protected from public disclosure?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.70
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.71 What is the timetable for release of data and information?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.71
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.72 What procedure will MMS follow to disclose acquired data and information to a contractor for reproduction, processing, and interpretation?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.72
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 280.73 Will MMS share data and information with coastal States?
Moved to BOEM, § 580.73
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas, and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

Subpart E—Information Collection

§ 280.80 Paperwork Reduction Act statement—information collection
Moved to BOEM, § 580.80
This section addresses activities within the scope of oil, gas and sulphur prospecting on the OCS under BOEM.

Part 281—Leasing of Minerals Other Than Oil, Gas, and Sulphur in the Outer Continental Shelf—Moved to BOEM in Its Entirety, Chapter V, Part 581

The Office of Natural Resources Revenue (ONRR) is the office that has the authority to determine the value for royalty purposes of minerals and other products produced on the OCS under Secretarial Order No. 3299. Because ONRR is responsible for valuation, technical corrections were made to this part to reflect that authority. This rule does not change the valuation authority possessed by ONRR or the procedures by which that authority is implemented. It merely revises the references in the regulations to conform to those in current Secretarial delegations. It has no effect on the rights, obligations, or interests of affected parties. It affects solely the organization, procedure, and practice of the agencies.

Table L—Detailed Table for Part 281

Current citation and BSEE citation (if applicable)
Implementing bureau and BOEM citation (if applicable)
Explanation

Subpart A—General

§ 281.0 Authority for information collection
Moved to BOEM, § 581.0
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.1 Purpose and applicability
Moved to BOEM, § 581.1
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.2 Authority
Moved to BOEM, § 581.2
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.3 Definitions
Moved to BOEM, § 581.3
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.4 Qualifications of lessees
Moved to BOEM, § 581.4
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.5 False statements
Moved to BOEM, § 581.5
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.6 Appeals
Moved to BOEM, § 581.6
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.7 Disclosure of information to the public
Moved to BOEM, § 581.7
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.8 Rights to minerals
Moved to BOEM, § 581.8
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.9 Jurisdictional controversies
Moved to BOEM, § 581.9
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

Subpart B—Leasing Procedures

§ 281.11 Unsolicited request for a lease sale
Moved to BOEM, § 581.11
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.12 Request for OCS mineral information and interest
Moved to BOEM, § 581.12
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.13 Joint State/Federal coordination
Moved to BOEM, § 581.13
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.14 OCS mining area identification
Moved to BOEM, § 581.14
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.15 Tract size
Moved to BOEM, § 581.15
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.16 Proposed leasing notice
Moved to BOEM, § 581.16
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.17 Leasing notice
Moved to BOEM, § 581.17
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.18 Bidding system
Moved to BOEM, § 581.18
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.19 Lease term
Moved to BOEM, § 581.19
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.20 Submission of bids
Moved to BOEM, § 581.20
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.21 Award of leases
Moved to BOEM, § 581.21
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.22 Lease form
Moved to BOEM, § 581.22
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.23 Effective date of leases
Moved to BOEM, § 581.23
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

Subpart C—Financial Considerations

§ 281.26 Payments
Moved to BOEM, § 581.26
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.27 Annual rental
Moved to BOEM, § 581.27
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.28 Royalty
Moved to BOEM, § 581.28
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.29 Royalty valuation
Moved to BOEM, § 581 29
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.30 Minimum royalty
Moved to BOEM, § 581.30
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.31 Overriding royalties
Moved to BOEM, § 581.31
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.32 Waiver, suspension, or reduction of rental, minimum royalty or production royalty
Moved to BOEM, § 581.32
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.33 Bonds and bonding requirements
Moved to BOEM, § 581.33
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

Subpart D—Assignments and Lease Extensions

§ 281.40 Assignment of leases or interests therein
Moved to BOEM, § 581.40
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.41 Requirements for filing for transfers
Moved to BOEM, § 581.41
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.42 Effect of assignment on particular lease
Moved to BOEM, § 581.42
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.43 Effect of suspensions on lease term
Moved to BOEM, § 581.43
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

Subpart E—Termination of Leases

§ 281.46 Relinquishment of leases or parts of leases
Moved to BOEM, § 581.46
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

§ 281.47 Cancellation of leases
Moved to BOEM, § 581.47
This section addresses activities within the scope of leasing of minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the OCS under BOEM.

Part 282—Operations in the Outer Continental Shelf for Minerals Other Than Oil, Gas, and Sulphur

Both BOEM and BSEE have responsibilities for operations conducted under a mineral lease for OCS minerals other than oil, gas, or sulphur.

As stated previously, ONRR has the authority to determine the value for royalty purposes of minerals and other products produced on the OCS under Secretarial Order No. 3299. Because ONRR is the office responsible for valuation, technical corrections were made to this part to reflect that authority. This rule does not change the valuation authority possessed

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