For Immediate Release: Friday, April 18, 2025
NOIA Contact: jwilliams@nullnoia.org
New OCS Leasing Program Brings Certainty and Momentum to Gulf of America
Washington, D.C. – National Ocean Industries Association President Erik Milito issued the following statement after Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum announced the next steps in a new offshore oil and gas leasing program:
"We applaud Secretary Burgum and the administration for taking decisive action to launch the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil & Gas Leasing Program—a critical step toward restoring long-term certainty and stability for the Gulf of America’s offshore energy sector.
"The Gulf of America—and the broader American offshore—plays an essential role in powering the nation, contributing nearly $33 billion to the U.S. economy each year, supporting close to 400,000 jobs, and reinforcing our energy security. A robust leasing program ensures continued investment, innovation, and global leadership in safe, responsible offshore energy production.
"We look forward to working closely with policymakers to advance this process and secure a strong, reliable energy future for all Americans.”
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