Transition to the Marine Minerals Administration

The Department of the Interior is reunifying the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement into the Marine Minerals Administration, which will oversee the responsible development of the nation’s offshore energy and marine mineral resources with an integrated focus on safety, environmental protection and efficient oversight.

Why This Change Is Happening  

The transition reflects more than a decade of operational experience managing offshore resources. By consolidating the planning, permitting, inspection, and enforcement responsibilities currently divided between BOEM and BSEE, the Department aims to:  

• Improve coordination and consistency  
• Reduce duplication of efforts  
• Strengthen oversight and environmental safeguards  
• Modernize organizational structure  

All current regulatory responsibilities and protections will remain in place throughout the transition. There will be no disruption to permitting, environmental reviews, or enforcement activities.

What to Expect

• Phased Transition: Internal alignment activities begin soon.
• No Regulatory Rollbacks: Existing requirements remain in full effect.  
• New Website and Branding: The Marine Minerals Administration’s full digital presence will launch in the coming months.  
• This page will be updated regularly