Government Affairs
Advancing America’s Offshore Energy Priorities
A Voice for America's Offshore Energy Industry
NOIA represents the offshore energy industry before Congress, the administration and federal regulatory agencies. Working with our members, we advocate for policies that support continued offshore investment, expand access to American energy resources and provide the regulatory certainty needed for long-term projects.
Our Government Affairs Committee helps shape NOIA's policy priorities and coordinates engagement with policymakers and industry partners. Members contribute expertise from across the offshore energy supply chain, helping ensure that federal decisions reflect the operational realities of offshore development.
NOIA's advocacy includes congressional testimony, regulatory comments, coalition engagement and direct outreach to federal officials. Explore our policy filings, research and testimony below.
Our Policy Priorities
NOIA works across a broad range of federal policy issues affecting offshore energy development and the companies that support it.
Offshore Leasing & Access
Supporting federal offshore leasing programs and access to American energy resources to provide opportunities for long-term investment and development.
Permitting & Regulatory Certainty
Advancing predictable permitting timelines and regulatory processes that reflect the complexity and long-term nature of offshore projects.
Offshore Wind
Addressing federal policies affecting offshore wind development and opportunities for American shipbuilding, ports and the domestic offshore supply chain.
Offshore Critical Minerals
Supporting a clear federal framework for offshore mineral exploration and development, alongside growth in domestic mineral processing capacity.
Environmental Performance
Promoting science-based environmental policy, offshore safety and recognition of the industry's environmental performance and technological capabilities.
Workforce & Infrastructure
Addressing policies affecting offshore workers, vessels, ports and the infrastructure that supports offshore energy operations.
Policy Briefs & One-Pagers
Explore NOIA's research and policy resources on issues affecting America's offshore energy industry.
Looking for more? Explore NOIA's full collection of reports, infographics and one-pagers.
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NOIA in Action
NOIA leaders and member companies regularly testify before Congress and engage with federal officials on issues affecting America's offshore energy industry. Explore selected hearings and presentations below.
