43 C.F.R. § 3212.10

What is the difference between a suspension of operations and production and a suspension of operations?

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(a) A suspension of operations and production is a temporary relief from production obligations which you may request from BLM. Under this paragraph you must cease all operations on your lease.

(b) A suspension of operations is when BLM orders you, to stop production temporarily in the interest of conservation.