Geothermal Gold Book Development Act
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Summary
This bill directs the Department of the Interior to develop and publish a standardized 'Gold Book' containing procedures and guidelines for geothermal leasing and permitting on federal lands. The Gold Book must address land use planning, lease sales, exploration, drilling, construction, and compliance with environmental laws, and must be developed in consultation with federal agencies, the Bureau of Land Management field offices, and outside stakeholders including developers. The Department must complete the Gold Book within 18 months of enactment and review it at least every five years.
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