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Articles Tagged with ''government policy''

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Geothermal-Energy Projects on Federal Land in Nevada OK’d by BLM

Approvals will increase drilling at the projects while at least one project will expand facilities to increase electric output
J.J. Smith
July 14, 2025
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“By responsibly developing energy resources on public lands, we’re (the BLM) helping to secure a reliable, diverse energy future for the nation while supporting jobs and local economies,” Groffy said.


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U.S. and Norway Double Down on Water Power Research Partnership

National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
July 10, 2025
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The collaboration underscores the value of international partnerships in tackling global energy challenges.


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Trump’s 50% Copper Tariff Takes Effect August 1st

Will this raise operational costs for the drilling industry?
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
July 10, 2025
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In drilling operations, copper isn’t a headline material—but it's critical nonetheless.


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Interior Department Proposes Rule Changes to Unlock Oil and Gas Efficiency

Critics Caution Oversight Risks
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
July 10, 2025
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Critics warn that the proposed flexibility might come at a cost to oversight and transparency.


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EPA Seeks Input on Revising its Rules for Implementing Section 401 of the Clean Water Act

Efforts to revise the CWA are focused on ‘implementation challenges and regulatory uncertainty’
J.J. Smith
July 7, 2025
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The EPA says “some stakeholders have raised questions about applications of the 2023 rule’s scope of certification.” 


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Proposed Updates to Hazardous Substance Rules Include New Definition of 'Marine Pollutants'

DOT seeks to ‘eliminate redundant and unnecessary requirements in the hazardous materials regulations’
J.J. Smith
July 7, 2025
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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.


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Utah Coal Country

Interior Department Unveils $725 Million Plan to Revitalize Coal Country

States and tribal governments will now begin submitting detailed project proposals.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
June 30, 2025
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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.


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Ask Brock: Why Do We Keep Talking About Water Laws?

Even If They Don’t Say "Groundwater"
John Oldani
John Oldani
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
June 27, 2025
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The Driller will keep covering water legislation. Not because we’re repeating ourselves, but because the stakes keep getting higher. 


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East Texas at a Crossroads: Water, Lithium, and Energy Dependence

Two drilling projects, one region, and a growing chorus of concern over who profits and who pays the price.
John Oldani
John Oldani
June 26, 2025
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Halliburton will plan and design the first demonstration phase wells in GeoFrame Energy's geothermal and direct lithium extraction (DLE) project in East Texas


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Public Land Sale Blocked: GOP Plan Hits a Wall

“Together we will burn this thing to the ground the way it needs to be done.”
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
June 24, 2025
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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.”


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