Seeks to address challenges to fish populations caused by federal hydroelectric dams. The Department of the Interior announced on Thursday its plans to address the ongoing challenges that…
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New Fish and Wildlife Service Director Nominated
President promotes deputy director of the agency for Senate confirmation. On Thursday, President Biden announced that he selected Martha Williams to serve as the next Director of the…
Read MoreFederal Departments Focus on Protecting Waters
The effort will research the effects of mining operations on the most-visited wilderness area. On Wednesday, President Biden’s administration announced that the Departments of the Interior and Agriculture…
Read MoreInterior Seeks to Advance Public Recreation Equity
Five listening sessions to be held to gain perspective. The Department of the Interior announced on Monday that it would be taking new steps to ensure better access…
Read MoreInterior Secretary Announces Wind Leasing Goals
She hopes for up to seven offshore sales for wind projects by 2025. On Wednesday, the Department of the Interior announced goals for wind leasing. Secretary Deb Haaland…
Read MoreInterior Develops Reforestation Plan
Bureau of Land Management working with American Forests organization in California. The Interior Department announced on Tuesday that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has coordinated with American…
Read MorePresident Biden Restores Three National Monuments
Secretary Haaland celebrates the importance of the sites. Last week, President Biden signed a new executive order, restoring Bears Ears, Grand Staircase-Escalante, and Northeast Canyons and Seamounts to…
Read MoreInterior Announces Nevada and California Conservation Projects
$348 million will be used across 62 projects. The Department of the Interior announced last week that 62 new conservation projects in California and Nevada would be funded…
Read MoreInterior Announces Midwest Science Center
Final CASC in national network will be hosted by the University of Minnesota. The Department of the Interior announced last week that it would be opening a new…
Read MoreU.S. Fish and Wildlife Declares 22 More Animals Extinct
Officials say their loss was partly caused by human activity. The Fish and Wildlife Service declared 22 animals and one plant extinct, removing the species from the national…
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