In Cheyenne, Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has expressed support for a new Secretarial Order by the Department of Interior, under the leadership of Secretary Doug Burgum, aimed at “Unleashing American Energy.” This order targets several actions to boost energy production across the U.S., with specific implications for Wyoming.
The order mandates a review or potential rescission of various policies set by the previous Biden-Haaland administration. Key among these are the Rock Springs and Buffalo Resource Management Plans, the proposed Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Greater Sage-Grouse Plan, and regulations concerning Conservation and Landscape Health. The overarching goal is to reduce regulatory constraints on domestic energy development.
Governor Gordon commented on this shift in policy, stating, “Secretary Burgum’s Order is a refreshing change of direction. It recognizes the state’s priorities, encourages responsible development of our domestic energy resources, and reduces the unilateral regulatory burdens placed on Wyoming’s oil, gas, and coal industries by the previous administration.” He also noted his direct involvement in advising on the order, expressing satisfaction with the inclusion of his recommendations.
The implications of this order for Wyoming are significant, affecting industries ranging from coal and oil to uranium and rare earth minerals. Governor Gordon emphasized Wyoming’s commitment to collaborating with the Trump Administration to ensure a supply of reliable, dispatchable, and affordable energy for the nation.
