Under the current regulations, PHMSA must publish a rulemaking periodically to update the list as a companion action to EPA rulemakings that make changes to the list of CERCLA hazardous substances.
The investment, part of President Donald Trump’s America First Energy Agenda, marks one of the largest federal commitments to land restoration and economic revitalization in coal-producing regions.
Halliburton will plan and design the first demonstration phase wells in GeoFrame Energy's geothermal and direct lithium extraction (DLE) project in East Texas
Despite setbacks, Senator Lee reaffirmed his commitment to the broader effort, stating, “I’m doing everything I can to support President Trump and move this forward. Stay tuned. We’re just getting started.”
These concerns add to broader fears that the agency under Trump may pursue an aggressive deregulatory agenda, rolling back rules on greenhouse gas emissions, water quality, and hazardous chemicals.
With inflation inching upward again, uncertainty around tariffs, and political pressure mounting, the energy sector—and the broader business community—will be watching closely to see whether Powell can walk the tightrope between inflation control and economic support.