In 2018, the Board modified its regulations to permit, subject to disclosure requirements, ex parte communications in informal rulemaking proceedings. The Board also adopted other changes to its ex parte regulations that clarified and updated when and how interested persons may communicate informally with the Board regarding pending proceedings other than rulemakings. The intent of the modified regulations was to enhance the Board’s ability to make informed decisions through increased stakeholder communications while ensuring that the Board’s record-building process remained transparent and fair. Chairman Fuchs intends for the agency to assess whether additional changes to the Board’s ex parte regulations should be considered to further those goals and whether any changes are required to facilitate the Board’s compliance with Executive Order 14215, Ensuring Accountability for All Agencies.