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Aug 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
New Mexico Oil Conservation Commission Regular Meeting
The meeting primarily focused on scheduling logistics for pending Case 26206, involving Marathon Oil Company and Powder Horn Operating, specifically regarding witness availability and future hearing timelines. The commission also addressed motions for rehearing for Case 24683, involving Neimoga and the Independent Petroleum Association of New Mexico, establishing the procedure for presenting oral summations regarding these related applications.
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Rulemaking Hearing
The hearing focused on the technical and regulatory aspects of Class VI carbon capture and storage (CCS) permits, including expert testimony from Dr. Harvey. Key discussion topics included the role of pressure fronts in defining areas of review for injection sites, the potential for requiring automatic triggers for reevaluation, and the necessity of mandatory surface air monitoring. There was debate regarding whether proposed requirements like 10-mile radius evaluations for other injection projects should be mandatory or site-specific, and the expert's familiarity with EPA's historical rulemaking decisions on these matters was questioned.
Aug 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Occ Rulemaking Hearing
The hearing was conducted regarding the carbon sequestration primacy matter, marking the final session for public comment and the conclusion of the technical case. Discussion focused on the closure of the evidentiary record and the establishment of deadlines for the submission of final proposed red lines and written closing arguments. Additionally, the commission addressed the anticipated timeline for upcoming deliberations.
Aug 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Oil Conservation Commission Rulemaking Hearing
The hearing focused on rulemaking for geologic carbon sequestration. Key discussion topics included public concerns regarding alleged governor interference in regulatory processes and the admissibility of privileged communications. Expert testimony was provided on the physics of subsurface fluid flow, the inherent unreliability of reservoir simulation models for CO2 plume prediction, and the risks of CO2 migration through faults or caprock failures. The discussion emphasized the necessity of implementing conservative, enforceable safety protections and automatic, non-discretionary response protocols for carbon capture and storage projects to mitigate long-term environmental and safety risks.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
