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Co-locate

To place two or more different things, such as energy projects, at the same location or site.

Secretary of the Interior

The head of the U.S. Department of the Interior, responsible for managing most federal lands and natural resources.

Existing Federal energy lease

A legal agreement issued by the federal government for the use of federal land for energy production (like oil, gas, coal, or geothermal) that was in effect on or before this bill becomes law.

Categorical exclusion

A category of actions that typically do not significantly affect the environment and therefore do not require a detailed environmental impact statement under federal law, allowing for faster approval.

National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA)

A foundational environmental law requiring federal agencies to assess the environmental impacts of their proposed actions before making decisions.

Mineral Leasing Act

A federal law that governs the leasing of public lands for the development of certain minerals, including oil, natural gas, and coal.

Geothermal Steam Act of 1970