On June 26, 2026, the Department of the Interior and Office of Natural Resources Revenue announced a proposed rule to modify the Oil, Gas, and Coal Royalties Rule. The proposed rule would reduce regulatory requirements and economic burdens on fossil fuel producers by lowering the royalty amounts, making previously unprofitable fossil fuel projects viable. This would lead to greater fossil fuel production and greenhouse gas emissions. The proposed rule was published in the Federal Register. 91 Fed. Reg. 39754 (June 30, 2026).