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Trump plans to loosen methane rules for low-producing, high-emitting oil wells

The Hill·October 27, 2026·1 min read
Trump plans to loosen methane rules for low-producing, high-emitting oil wells

The Trump administration plans to loosen methane emissions regulations for oil and gas, especially low-producing, high-emitting wells. President Trump will announce the proposed rule at a Tuesday night rally in Texas, an administration official confirmed. The draft rule would roll back existing requirements, potentially increasing emissions from these wells.

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