Dear MARMAM community,

The U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has opened a 45-day public comment period for the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Oil and Gas Leasing Program. This program outlines potential offshore oil and gas lease sales, including areas off the coast of California. The comment period began on April 30, 2025, and will close on June 16, 2025. 

Given the potential impacts of offshore drilling on marine mammals and coastal ecosystems, your input is crucial. BOEM is seeking comments on all 27 planning areas, including those along the Pacific coast.

How to Submit Comments:

• Online: Visit regulations.gov and follow the instructions to submit your comments electronically.Bureau of Ocean Energy Management

• By Mail: Send written comments in an envelope labeled “Comments for the 11th National OCS Oil and Gas Leasing Program” to:

  Kelly Hammerle
  Bureau of Ocean Energy Management
  45600 Woodland Road
  Sterling, VA 20166-9216

All comments must be received by June 16, 2025.

For more information, please refer to the official BOEM announcement