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The Department of the Interior has announced the allocation of over $13 million in grants aimed at reclaiming abandoned mine lands.
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Interior Department to boost coal industry with policy and regulatory reforms

The Department of the Interior is reinforcing its focus on promoting the coal industry as part of the Trump administration's goal for American Energy Dominance.
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Interior manages executive order to enhance safety and beauty in Washington, D.C

Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum has directed the National Park Service to carry out an Executive Order from President Donald J. Trump, which seeks to improve public safety and cleanliness of NPS lands in Washington, D.C. This initiative...
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Bureau of Ocean Energy Management to hold Gulf of America oil and gas lease sale

Secretary of the Interior, Doug Burgum, has instructed the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) to proceed with the next oil and gas lease sale in the Gulf of America.
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Secretary Burgum discusses energy goals during Pennsylvania site visit

Secretary Doug Burgum recently visited a frac site operated by Range Resources in Washington County, Pennsylvania.
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U.S. boosts offshore energy production under Trump administration's initiatives

Under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump, the United States Department of the Interior, directed by Secretary Doug Burgum, is facilitating significant growth in offshore oil and gas production.
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Secretary Burgum: DOGE working 'tirelessly' to 'save taxpayer dollars and help balance the federal budget'

Doug Burgum, Secretary of the Interior, said that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is working "to save taxpayer dollars and help balance the federal budget."
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Interior generated $39 million from oil and gas leases in early 2025

The Department of the Interior has announced that its first oil and gas lease sales of 2025 have generated more than $39 million in total receipts.
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Interior Department disburses $353.6 million to Gulf states for energy revenues

On March 27, 2025, the Department of the Interior announced the distribution of approximately $353.6 million in energy revenues to four Gulf of America oil and gas-producing states: Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas.
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Interior takes steps to expand resource exploration in Alaska

The Department of the Interior, led by Secretary Doug Burgum, is initiating measures to tap into Alaska's natural resources, aligning with President Donald J. Trump's goal of achieving American Energy Dominance.
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Secretaries announce task force on using federal land for affordable housing

Department of Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner have launched a Joint Task Force aimed at utilizing underutilized federal land for residential development.
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Department completes land transfer to Spirit Lake Nation

The U.S. Department of the Interior has announced the completion of a land transfer involving 680 acres from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
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Interior approves Spring Creek Mine expansion in Montana

The Department of the Interior has approved a federal mining plan modification for the Spring Creek Mine in Big Horn County, Montana.
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Trump signs resolution against marine archaeological protection rule

President Donald Trump has signed S.J.Res.11, a joint resolution that disapproves the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) rule titled "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources."
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Interior Department announces permanent pay raise for wildland firefighters

The Department of the Interior has announced permanent pay increases for federal and tribal wildland firefighters across the United States.
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Texas wildlife refuge renamed in honor of slain child

U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum has signed a Secretary's Order to rename the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge in Texas to honor Jocelyn Nungaray, following an executive order from President Donald J. Trump.
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Interior announces new lease with Williams Transco at Floyd Bennett Field

The Department of the Interior has announced a new 10-year lease and right of way with Williams Transco.
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Burgum begins tenure as Interior Secretary with focus on American energy independence

Doug Burgum has begun his role as the 55th Secretary of the Interior, initiating efforts to promote American energy independence and manage public lands responsibly.
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Doug Burgum sworn in as 55th Secretary of the Interior

On Friday, Doug Burgum was sworn in as the 55th Secretary of the Interior.
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Interior Department restores historic names under executive order

In line with a recent executive order from President Donald J. Trump, the Department of the Interior has initiated changes to restore historic names that honor American legacy.
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