News from May 2010
By Interior Newswire | May 17, 2010
The US Interior Department published a four page rule on May 17, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
By Interior Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: Oyster Bay, NY: Sagamore Hill National Historic Site, home of President Theodore Roosevelt, is the perfect destination for families who are looking to enjoy the outdoors and observe Memorial Day Weekend. The following activities and events are free and no reservations are required.
By Interior Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: Rome, NY: As part of the park's 75th Anniversary events, teachers, professors and educators from around the state are invited to Fort Stanwix National Monument for a special Educator's Encampment July 10th and 11th. Educators of every age from preschool to lifelong learning, and from disciplines such...
By Homeland Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: WASHINGTON-The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, led by Chairman Joe Lieberman, ID-Conn., and Ranking Member Susan Collins, R-Me., Monday approved the First Responder Anti-Terrorism Training Resources Act, H.R.3978, which allows the Secretary of Homeland Security to accept donations that strengthen FEMA’s preparedness for and response to terrorism.
By Interior Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: “Now is a great time to plan for some fun in your national park," announced North Cascades National Park Complex Superintendent Chip Jenkins, “so gather your family and friends and sample the variety of activities that your national park has to offer.".
By Homeland Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: WASHINGTON - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Chairman Joe Lieberman, ID-Conn., and Ranking Member Susan Collins, R-Me., Monday indicated that the federal government and BP PLC were unprepared to deal with the type of massive oil spill occurring now in the Gulf of Mexico.
By USDA Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: LUBBOCK, Texas - Today, House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin C. Peterson held a field hearing in Lubbock, Texas to review U.S. agriculture policy as the Committee begins the process of writing the 2012 Farm Bill. This is the seventh in a series of hearings scheduled across the country to consider...
By Homeland Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: WASHINGTON-The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, led by Chairman Joe Lieberman, ID-Conn., and Ranking Member Susan Collins, R-Me., Monday approved the First Responder Anti-Terrorism Training Resources Act, H.R. 3978, which allows the Secretary of Homeland Security to accept donations that strengthen FEMA’s preparedness for and response to terrorism.
By Interior Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: A French mountaineer fell to his death while climbing Mt. McKinley on Sunday, May 16. Pascal Frison, age 51, and his partner were approaching a feature at the top of Motorcycle Hill known as ‘Lunch Rocks" near 12,000 feet on the West Buttress when Frison lost control of his sled. In an attempt to stop...
By Commerce Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C., May 17, 2010 - House Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Doc Hastings (WA-04) released the following statement regarding the Department of Interior’s announcement that the Bureau of Land Management has finalized rules, first announced by Secretary Salazar last January, that will establish more government hurdles to onshore oil and natural gas production on federal lands.
By Interior Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: The 2010 annual road lottery in Denali National Park and Preserve will take place on Sept. 17, 18, 19, and 20 (Friday through Monday), weather permitting. Each day 400 vehicles using their day-long permits, obtained through the lottery system, may travel the Denali Park Road. If weather permits, the road may be open for its entire 92-mile length, offering exceptional opportunities for experiencing the heart of the park.
By Interior Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: Beginning in June Yosemite National Park will install a large-scale solar panel project at El Portal that will accommodate a 539-kilowatt photovoltaic generation system with $4.4 million received under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
By Interior Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: Whiskeytown National Recreation Area will offer ranger-guided kayak tours during the Memorial Day weekend beginning on Saturday, May 29, through Monday, May 31. “Whiskeytown is a wonderful place to visit with family and friends on Memorial Day weekend," stated Superintendent, Jim Milestone. Memorial...
By Homeland Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: WASHINGTON - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Joe Lieberman, ID-Conn., Monday issued the following statement about the nomination of FBI Deputy Director John Pistole to be Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration.
By Commerce Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: Washington, DC - Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus (D-Mont.) today named Lily Batchelder as Chief Tax Counsel for the Senate Finance Committee.
By Interior Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: Superintendent Mary Beth Wester is pleased to welcome visitors to a community archaeology festival at Fort Frederica National Monument on Saturday, May 22, 2010 from 10-4 pm. The festival is funded in part by a public outreach grant from the Southeastern Archaeology Conference and the continuing support of the Fort Frederica Association. Entrance to the festival is free.
By Interior Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: (Keystone, S.D.) Mount Rushmore National Memorial is finalizing the event schedule for the 2010 Independence Day celebration. The event will center around talent from the local community and visitors can expect to experience a wide variety of educational programs, patriotic tributes, and musical entertainment in celebration of Independence Day. The memorial has planned a full schedule of events for both July 3 and July 4.
By USDA Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists are tapping into the biochemistry of one of the world's most damaging insect pests to develop a biocontrol agent that may keep the pest away from gardens and farms.
By Interior Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: WEST GLACIER, MONT. - Glacier National Park officials today announced that during the 2010 boating and fishing season the park will begin implementing a program to reduce the risk of unintentional introduction of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) into park waters. The program includes both education and accountability of all boat owners and operators.
By Commerce Newswire | May 17, 2010
News Release: Public Access to the New York Fed’s Document Production
