BLM revised its oil and gas leasing regulations by implementing provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act pertaining to royalty rates, rentals, and minimum bids; updating the bonding requirements for leasing, development, and production; and revising some operating requirements.

FWS announced a 12-month finding on a petition to list the lake sturgeon as an endangered or threatened species under the ESA, finding that listing is not warranted at this time.