News from May 2023
What They Are Saying: Broad Support for Barrasso/Capito Permitting Reform
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
A broad group of outside stakeholders and issue experts have voiced support for measures to reform and modernize America’s broken permitting process. Last week Senators John Barrasso (R-WY), Ranking Member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee (ENR) and Shelley Moore Capito, Ranking Member of the Environment and Public Works Committee (EPW) introduced S. 1456, the SPUR Act, and S. 1449, the RESTART Act, respectively. Taken together, this package will bring much-needed reform of the nation’s broken permitting and environmental review processes.
Barrasso: Reduce Energy Dependence on China & Russia
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
“We can pass bipartisan legislation that unleashes American energy and mineral production, creates good paying jobs, lowers consumer prices, and boosts our national security."
Wyoming’s Paul Ulrich Testifies Before the Senate on Federal Permitting Reform
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
On May 11, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-WY), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR), welcomed Mr. Paul Ulrich, Vice President, Jonah Energy and Member, Wyoming Energy Authority Board of Directors, to the committee.
BOEM Seeks Public Input on Draft Environmental Analysis for Proposed Wind Energy Project Offshore New Jersey
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
In support of the Biden-Harris administration’s goal of deploying 30 gigawatts of offshore wind energy capacity by 2030, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) today announced the availability of the draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for two wind energy projects offshore New Jersey.
Conservation law enforcement protect endangered species at home and abroad
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
Looking out for endangered wildlife How conservation law enforcement officials protect species at home, and around the world
Understanding red knot surveys in Delaware Bay
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
A shorebird mystery in Delaware Bay
DEA Operation Last Mile Tracks Down Sinaloa and Jalisco Cartel Associates Operating within the United States
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
Reveals That Social Media Platforms Play Significant Role in Cartels’ Ability to Get Fentanyl and Methamphetamine into American Communities
Public meeting on study to improve flood resiliency around the Missouri River near Jefferson City
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and its partner, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, are hosting a public outreach meeting on Monday, May 22, 2023, to discuss flood resiliency near Missouri River mile marker 142.
Protect and Preserve: Kansas City District works to manage habitat for endangered species
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
Every year on the third Friday in May, people around the world observe Endangered Species Day.
Nature-based Yoga for Kids and Adults Offered at Rend Lake Visitor Center
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake has partnered with a local certified yoga instructor to offer free children’s yoga classes for children 5-12 years old at the Rend Lake Visitor Center as part of the six-week series “Story and Stretch.”
Submerged stone wall in Ashtabula Harbor marked by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Buffalo District has marked a submerged stone wall in Ashtabula, Ohio to remind boaters of its presence inside Ashtabula Harbor’s East Breakwater.
Building Leaders: Officers from the Kansas City District attend Leader Professional Development at Fort Leonard Wood
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
From April 24 – 29, the officers from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District gathered with other military leaders throughout the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Northwestern Division at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, for Leader Professional Development, or LPD.
Bear Creek and Cherry Creek Dams begin releasing water following storms
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
The Bear Creek and Cherry Creek Dams, located near the greater Denver, Colo. area, began releasing water today at approximately 1 p.m. (MST) as part of a system operation plan to evacuate flood storage at the reservoirs which increased during the May 11-12 storms.
Engineering in the cloud
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
In the past, when someone at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) mentioned clouds, they most often were referring to the weather.
National Park Service announces Public input sought on draft air tour management plan for Badlands National Park
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are seeking public feedback on a draft Air Tour Management Plan (ATMP) and associated environmental assessment that are being proposed for Badlands National Park.
Ratliff named Memphis District Employee of the Month
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
Congratulations to Mr. Jack Ratliff on his recent selection as January 2023 Employee of the Month.
National Park Service announces Public input sought on draft air tour management plan for Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
This news release was updated to reflect that the public comment period will run through June 20, 2023. A prior version of the news release incorrectly indicated that the comment period would close on June 16.
National Park Service announces 2023 Summer Hours for Martin Van Buren National Historic Site
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
Martin Van Buren National Historic Site will open for summer programs and tours on May 26, 2023. The Visitor Center tent will be open seven days a week from 9 am. to 4:30 pm.
National Park Service announces Public input sought on draft air tour management plan for Mount Rushmore National Memorial
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
The National Park Service (NPS) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are seeking public feedback on a draft Air Tour Management Plan (ATMP) and associated environmental assessment that are being proposed for Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
National Park Service announces Grand Portage National Monument seasonal hours for Heritage Center and Historic Depot beginning May 27, 2023
By Interior Newswire Report | May 15, 2023
On May 27, 2023 the Historic Depot will be open to the public for the 2023 season. Hours for the Heritage Center and Historic Depot will be 9:30 am – 5:30 pm, 7 days per week.