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OSMRE recognizes two coal operators with 2021 Excellence in Surface Coal Mining Reclamation Awards

The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) recognized Luminant Mining Company, LLC (Luminant) of Mount Pleasant, Texas, and North American Coal Corporation, Mississippi Lignite Company, of Ackerman, Mississippi, as the winners of its 2021 Excellence in Surface Coal Mining Reclamation Awards during a live virtual presentation on October 13, 2021.


Interior Department to hold listening sessions on advancing equity in recreation

The Department of the Interior  today announced it would hold five listening sessions and invite public comment on barriers that underserved communities and individuals may face in participating in recreation opportunities on Interior-managed public lands and waters.


Interior Department welcomes new Biden-Harris appointees

The Department of the Interior today announced key members of agency leadership who will work to advance President Biden’s agenda to tackle climate change, protect endangered wildlife, and honor relationships and trust responsibilities with Indigenous communities.


Eola L. Dance Named Superintendent of Fort Monroe National Monument

National Park Service (NPS) Regional Director Gay Vietzke has named Eola L. Dance superintendent of Fort Monroe National Monument.


Interior Department to hold Tribal consultations on the Federal Boarding School Initiative

The Department of the Interior today announced it would begin Tribal consultations as the next step of the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative, a comprehensive review of the troubled legacy of federal boarding school policies.


Higher Loan Limit Now Available for USDA Guaranteed Farm Loans

USDA Extends Disaster Set-Aside for Direct Loans Until 2022


Interior Department's Beaudreau discusses infrastructure in North Dakota

Department of the Interior Deputy Secretary Tommy Beaudreau wrapped up a two-day visit to North Dakota today, where he highlighted the Biden-Harris administration’s investments in America’s infrastructure.