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This final rule updates the BLM’s existing rules governing the venting and flaring of natural gas from onshore Federal and Indian oil and gas leases. The rulemaking addresses the BLM’s mandate to avoid waste of natural resources under the Mineral Leasing Act and is consistent with the priorities associated with Executive Order 14008 related to tackling the climate crisis. The rule addresses reducing waste of natural gas in the oil and gas sector to ensure compensation to taxpayers, and has the added benefit of reducing emissions of methane. The BLM conducted Tribal consultations with three Tribes during the rulemaking process and held one virtual public information forum during the the 60-day public comment period. The BLM received 3,323 total comments submitted from Federal, State, local governments, local agencies, Tribal organizations, industry representatives, individuals, and other external stakeholders.