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In accordance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued a Letter of Authorization (LOA) to TGS, allowing for the incidental taking of small numbers of marine mammals during geophysical survey activities in the Gulf of America. The survey will use specific techniques and equipment, like the Gemini sound source, which have been evaluated for their impact on marine life. The activities will occur between March and December 2025 but are not expected to impact Rice's whale habitat. NMFS has determined that the incidental takes allowed will not exceed "small numbers" as defined by the regulations, ensuring minimal impact on marine mammal populations.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has issued a Letter of Authorization (LOA) to WesternGeco for conducting geophysical surveys related to oil and gas activities in the Gulf of America. This authorization allows the incidental taking of marine mammals during these activities, under the condition that such impacts are minimal and do not significantly harm the species. The regulations ensure that the activities will have a negligible impact on marine mammal populations and include measures for mitigation, monitoring, and reporting. The authorization is in effect from March 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that it is removing one site and partially removing three sites from the Superfund National Priorities List (NPL) because their cleanup efforts under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) have been completed. Despite these deletions, further actions may still be taken at these sites if necessary in the future. For one site, called the Del Amo site, the EPA addressed public concerns about contamination by clarifying that the partial deletion only affects areas where cleanup goals have been met and does not include groundwater. The EPA plans to keep certain controls in place to protect against potential risks in these areas.

The President issued a determination stating there is enough oil available from countries other than Iran to allow for a significant reduction in purchasing Iranian oil. This decision is based on reports from the Energy Information Administration and considers global economic conditions, increased oil production by other nations, and strategic reserves. The Secretary of State is tasked with publishing this determination in the Federal Register. This action aligns with Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2012.

The Federal Maritime Commission is investigating issues with shipping routes at important international maritime chokepoints, such as the English Channel and the Suez Canal. The investigation aims to understand how foreign laws, vessel practices, and other factors create shipping delays and complications. They have invited public comments to gather insights and possible solutions to these shipping constraints by May 13, 2025. The inquiry is looking into the financial, environmental, and geopolitical impacts of these maritime issues.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has updated its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). They have added several companies and vessels to the list because they allegedly supported terrorism-related activities linked to ANSARALLAH. This action means that all assets and properties under U.S. jurisdiction belonging to these entities are frozen, and Americans are generally prohibited from conducting business with them. Additionally, updates have been made to some existing entries on the SDN List.

The Bureau of Indian Affairs has made a final decision to take ownership of approximately 160.333 acres of land, known as the Vallejo Site in Solano County, California, to be held in trust for the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians. This decision will allow the land to be used for gaming and other purposes. The action is authorized by the Indian Reorganization Act and will be completed once all Department requirements are met.

The Executive Order 14148, titled Initial Rescissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions, was issued by the President to revoke numerous executive orders from the previous administration. These revocations aim to address what the current administration views as inflationary, illegal, and radical practices embedded within federal agencies. The Executive Order includes the termination of initiatives related to diversity, climate regulations, and various COVID-19 responses, among others. The goal is to restore practices that the administration deems will make the nation more united, fair, safe, and prosperous.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve updates to Florida's regional haze state implementation plan (SIP), addressing pollution that affects visibility in national parks and wilderness areas. These updates, submitted by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) in 2021 and 2024, comply with the Clean Air Act and EPA's Regional Haze Rule requirements for the second planning period. The plan focuses on reducing pollutants like sulfur dioxide from major sources in Florida and includes cooperative efforts with neighboring states to address cross-border pollution effects. If approved, the updates will become enforceable under federal law.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is proposing changes to streamline the process for granting rights-of-way on FWS-managed lands. The proposed rule aims to align FWS's processes with other bureaus by requiring a standard application form, allowing electronic submissions, introducing pre-application meetings, and offering flexible methods to determine fair market value. These changes are intended to reduce the time and costs for both applicants and FWS while ensuring compatibility with land management objectives and compliance with applicable laws.