Saying that the rules would “make sure that fracturing operations
conducted on public and Indian lands follow common-sense industry best
practices,” Interior Secretary Ken Salazar this morning issued proposed
regulations that would:
— Require “public disclosure of chemicals used in hydraulic fracturing operations on federal lands.”
— Ensure that “wells used in fracturing operations [on public lands] meet appropriate construction standards.”
— Require operators to “put in place appropriate plans for managing flowback waters from fracturing operations.”
