(a) A suspension is an interruption of the term of your lease or grant that may occur:

(1) As approved by BOEM at your request, as provided in §585.416; or

(2) As ordered by BOEM, as provided in §585.417.

(b) A suspension extends the term of your lease or grant for the length of time the suspension is in effect.

(c) Activities may not be conducted on your lease or grant during the period of a suspension except as expressly authorized by BOEM under the terms of the suspension.