Federal Register #Docket No.: 260401-0095

NOAA Extends Public Comment Period for Deep Seabed Mining Exploration License Applications

NOAA, under the Department of Commerce, is extending the public comment period for two deep seabed mining exploration license applications: - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce - Applicants (OEMs/Vendors): - American Metal Resources, LLC (AMR) - SeaX, Inc. - Scope: - No procurement of products or services is occurring; this is a regulatory notice for public input on exploration license applications - Virtual public hearings will be held regarding the applications - Products/Services: - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are requested - Unique Requirements: - Focus is on regulatory review and public comment, not acquisition of goods or services - Only the two applicant companies are mentioned; no other vendors or OEMs are involved at this stage

Description

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has extended the public comment period for two applications for deep seabed mining exploration licenses submitted by American Metal Resources, LLC and SeaX, Inc. Originally, the public comment deadline was May 22, 2026, but it has been extended to May 26, 2026, due to a one-day unavailability of application materials on the regulations.gov portal. The notice also includes information about virtual public hearings related to these applications.

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