“The Budget Reconciliation Bill is a boon for Wyoming energy production – reinstating regular leasing sales that were the benchmark of the Bureau of Land Management prior to the Biden Administration, recalculating royalty rates to account for increased costs of producing on public lands, restoring leasing rules that help industry to explore for new resources, and following Wyoming's innovative lead by equalizing carbon capture tax credits between carbon storage and the use of CO2 to stimulate more oil recovery.” “We thank Senator Barrasso, Senator Lummis, Representative Hageman, and all the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate for their efforts to pass pro-energy, future-oriented solutions that allow America to capitalize on its abundant natural resources and puts Wyoming producers to work fueling our communities.” “We look forward to President Trump signing the bill into law.” Note: Once signed into law, the equalization of carbon capture tax credits will automatically trigger the repeal of SF0017 – Carbon dioxide-enhanced oil recovery stimulus, passed during the 2025 Wyoming Legislative Session.

PAW Statement on Budget Reconciliation Passage

July 7, 2025 Petroleum Association of Wyoming President Pete Obermueller released the following statement in response to the passage of the...

Beneath the Surface Guest Spot from U.S. Senator John Barrasso: Standing Up for Wyoming’s Oil & Gas Workers

Beneath the Surface Guest Spot: U.S. Senator John Barrasso

Standing Up for Wyoming’s Oil & Gas Workers By Senator John Barrasso Energy is the lifeblood of our economy, and Wyoming’s...

Beneath the Surface Episode 1 - Introduction with Logo in the Top left corner and headshots of the three speakers down the right side: Pete Obermueller, PAW President; Shelley Shelby, PAW Chairwoman and Ryan McConnaughey, PAW Vice President

PAW Launches ‘Beneath the Surface’

PAW Launches ‘Beneath the Surface’ The Petroleum Association of Wyoming’s new series “Beneath the Surface: Uncovering the stories, policies, and people...

The federal permitting process has become unworkable, bogged down by red tape and bureaucratic delays. Today, permits are almost guaranteed to face legal challenges from activists who seek to halt all development of U.S. resources — regardless of thorough environmental review. One need look no further than the Converse County EIS, which, despite nearly a decade of study, is still being challenged in court. Clearly, change is needed. We appreciate the Administration’s efforts to evaluate the permitting process and urge Congress to pass comprehensive permitting reform. Wyoming’s oil and natural gas industry remains committed to supplying the energy our nation needs, supporting essential state services, and serving as strong community partners—all while protecting the Wyoming landscapes we love for future generations.

PAW Statement on DOI Accelerated Permitting Procedures

The federal permitting process has become unworkable, bogged down by red tape and bureaucratic delays. Today, permits are almost guaranteed to...

PAW congratulates Cyrus Western on his appointment as Regional Administrator for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Region 8. His deep knowledge of Wyoming’s oil and natural gas industry, along with his commitment to balanced, commonsense policies, makes him well-suited to oversee the region’s offices. We are confident that his leadership will bring thoughtful, pragmatic solutions to the regulatory challenges facing Wyoming’s energy producers, ensuring the state’s vital industry can continue to thrive while safeguarding its natural resources.

PAW Statement on the Appointment of Cyrus Western as EPA Region 8 Director

PAW congratulates Cyrus Western on his appointment as Regional Administrator for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Region 8. His deep knowledge of...