The federal agency steps in as states fail to agree on settlement of water use. The Bureau of Reclamation released a Final Environmental Impact Statement last week regarding…
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Interior Modernizes Native American Trust Estate Service with Digital Platform
The new system is intended to streamline the probate process, reduce delays, and improve transparency. The Department of the Interior launched the Electronic Probate System last month to…
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Interior Department Releases Update on Coal Potential Beneath Federal Lands
Secretary Burgum said clean coal plays a key role in “the production of electricity needed to fuel our future prosperity.” The Department of the Interior (DOI) released a…
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Interior Secretary Returns Grizzly Bear Management to States
States will have increased flexibility to balance conservation efforts and safety concerns for farmers and residents. The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) proposed a revised policy regarding…
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Bureau of Land Management Reports Record Second Quarter Oil and Gas Lease Sales
A record-breaking $4.1 billion in oil and gas lease sales was generated in support of the president’s Energy Dominance initiative. The U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced that a…
Read MoreBureau of Reclamation Prepares Colorado River Basin Water Management Statement
The updated plan surrounding water usage of the two main Colorado River reservoirs is expected by the end of July. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation is working on…
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Interior Department Accepting Nominations for Long-Distance Biking Trails on Public Lands
Members of the public are encouraged to nominate existing trails or areas for development on the Bureau of Land Management website. The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI)…
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Interior Department Partners in Major Narcotics Bust in Northern California
Significant amounts of fentanyl, cocaine, and U.S. currency were seized in the multi-day operation. The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) partnered with local, state, and federal law…
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Interior and Commerce Departments Rescind Endangered Species Act “Harm” Definition
The administration seeks to ease the burden on private landowners while still upholding current laws. The Departments of the Interior (DOI) and Commerce (DOC) announced the rescission of…
Read MoreInterior Department Proposes Streamlined Oil, Gas, and Coal Regulations
The new proposal seeks to reduce the regulatory burden on energy companies, allowing them to focus on producing affordable, domestic energy for the country. The U.S. Department of…
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