Interior Newswire Report News
More Than $146 Million for Wetland Conservation Projects and National Wildlife Refuges
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Interior Department Announces More Than $146 Million for Wetland Conservation Projects and National Wildlife Refuges
Central Texas Moss Listed as Endangered
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Central Texas Aquatic Moss Listed as Endangered Under Endangered Species Act
Two species of Missouri crayfish listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Service lists two species of Missouri crayfish as threatened under the Endangered Species Act
Service seeks public comment on 2013 bi-state sage-grouse proposed listing rule
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Service seeks public comment on 2013 bi-state sage-grouse proposed listing rule, initiates species assessment
Shed Antler Collection Begins May 1 in Teton County
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Officials with the Bridger-Teton National Forest, National Elk Refuge, and Wyoming Game and Fish Department announced plans today for the opening of wildlife winter range at 6 am on May 1st, 2023 in Teton County Wyoming.
Sea Turtles Need Help During Nesting Season
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
The Public Can Protect Turtles by Reporting Nesting Activities
Service Provides Endangered Species Protections for the Wright’s Marsh Thistle
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has finalized regulations under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) to protect the Wright’s marsh thistle, a plant from the sunflower family that is endemic to New Mexico.
2023 National Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest Winner
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Mila Linyue Tong, 15, Wins U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 2023 National Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $35M for National Fish Passage Projects
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $35 Million for National Fish Passage Projects to Address Climate Resilience and Strengthen Local Economies
Service finalizes recovery plan for threatened rufa red knot
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Recovering one of the longest-distance migrants in the animal kingdom will take coordinated efforts by partners across its vast range
Kodiak Refuge Inspires New Music
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Kodiak Refuge Inspires New Music "Century Trail" by Singer-Songwriter KT Tunstall
Fremont student wins California’s Digital Junior Duck Stamp Contest
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Fremont student wins California’s Digital Junior Duck Stamp Contest
Big-cat Owners Must Register by June 18
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
June 18 Deadline for Compliance With Big Cat Public Safety Act
Joint Wyoming State Geological Survey-U.S. Geological Survey Effort to Study Mineral Resources in Central Wyoming
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Scientists from the Wyoming State Geological Survey and the U.S. Geological Survey have launched a collaborative effort to collect a large swath of geophysical data in central Wyoming to better understand the area’s geologic framework for critical and other essential mineral resources.
New science informs extent of hexavalent chromium groundwater plumes in Hinkley Valley
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
In a new study released today, scientists mapped the extent of human-introduced hexavalent chromium, a known carcinogen under specific circumstances, in California’s Hinkley Valley.
New USGS-FEMA study highlights economic earthquake risk in the United States
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Earthquakes cost the nation an estimated $14.7 billion annually in building damage and associated losses according to a new report released jointly today by the U.S. Geological Survey and the Federal Emergency Management Agency at the annual Seismological Society of America meeting.
OSMRE invites public comment on proposed changes to Ten-Day Notice process
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
In part to reduce burdens for coalfield community residents to report mining complaints or potential violations, the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement has published a notice of proposed rulemaking that would modify the Ten-Day Notice process and invites public comment on the proposed changes. All comments are due by June 26.
BSEE and Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation Sign Agreement to Improve Oil Spill Preparedness and Response
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
To better protect the Alaska coast from oil spills, the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) recently signed an agreement (add hyperlink) with the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) that strengthens the agencies’ coordination of oil spill planning, preparedness, and response offshore Alaska.
BOEM Advances Offshore Wind Leasing Process in the Gulf of Maine
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Seeks Public Input on Possible Wind Energy Development offshore Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine
Temporary road closure expected on top of Hungry Horse Dam Road
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 27, 2023
Modernization of the gantry crane on top of Hungry Horse Dam is almost complete and Reclamation will begin the final testing on April 27, 2023.