Energy Law: Federal Agencies & Statutes

The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSM) is a bureau under the United States Department of the Interior. OSM was created by the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act in 1977. OSM oversees state and tribal programs that monitor the adverse effects of surface coal mining operations.

FERC regulates interstate transport of natural gas, oil, and electricity, and regulates natural gas and hydropower projects.

The TVA is owned by the United States government and provides electricity to the southeastern region.

EIA compiles and analyzes energy information and data.

Created the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

The Government Printing Office's Federal Digital System provides free access to federal government documents. Use FDSys to find U.S. Code, Federal Register, Code of Federal Regulations and congressional bills related to energy law.

State-by-State and National profile(s) included.