The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a final rule establishing new procedures for the issuance of guidance documents to ensure compliance with Executive Order 13891. This rule requires that DOE guidance documents clearly state they are non-binding and do not impose any legal obligations; they serve merely to clarify existing laws. Additionally, the DOE has set up a process allowing the public to petition for the modification or withdrawal of these documents. The rule aims to enhance transparency and allow for public feedback on significant guidance documents through a dedicated online portal.
Simple Explanation
The U.S. Department of Energy made a new rule to help people understand their advice better. They want to make sure everyone knows this advice is just to help explain things, not to add new rules, and people can ask them to change their advice if needed.