Proposed rule published by Interior Department on Feb. 25

The US Interior Department published a two page proposed rule on Feb. 25, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

The proposed rule is focused on Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Notice of Reopening of Public Comment Period on the Proposed Rule to List the Pallid Manzanita as Threatened.

The Department oversees more than 500 million acres of land. Downsizing the Federal Government, a project aimed at lowering taxes and boosting federal efficiency, said the department has contributed to a growing water crisis and holds many lands which could be better managed.

Notices are required documents detailing rules and regulations being proposed by each federal department. This allows the public to see what issues legislators and federal departments are focusing on.

Any person or organization can comment on the proposed rules. Departments and agencies must then address “significant issues raised in comments and discuss any changes made,” the Federal Register says.

Notices published by the Interior Department on Feb. 25

Title
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Notice of Reopening of Public Comment Period on the Proposed Rule to List the Pallid Manzanita as Threatened
Notice of Realty Action and Plan Amendment; Montana
Notice of Public Meeting
Indian Gaming
Notice of Intent to Amend Resource Management Plans (RMPs) and Management Framework Plans (MFPS).
Proposed Road Maintenance Funding Distribution Methodology
North American Wetlands Conservation Council; Meeting Announcement
Endangered and Threatened Species Permit Application