Minerals Leasing Act
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
As directed by the Minerals Leasing Act, the Office of Natural Resources Revenue (ONRR) shares 50 percent (90 percent for Alaska) of mineral leasing revenue with States. Since 2008 payments were subjected to a two percent reduction, as required by Public Law 111-322.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- State
Revenue from public land leasing will trigger automatic payment distribution computed in accordance with the Law.
Beneficiaries
- 4
State governments in which Federal leased lands and minerals are located.
How to Apply
Application Procedure
No application is necessary.
Award Procedure
Automatic distribution is made as authorized by Law.
Program details & compliance
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
To be used by States as the legislature directs giving priority to those subdivisions of the State that are socially or economically impacted by the development of minerals leased, for (1) planning, (2) construction and maintenance of public facilities, and (3) provision of public service.