Notice published by Interior Department on Aug. 16

The US Interior Department published a two page notice on Aug. 16, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

The notice is focused on Temporary Closure of Public Lands: Nevada.

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 Aug. 16

Title
Patent Preparation and Issuance
Notice of Proposed Decision Amending the California Desert Conservation Area Plan
Northeastern Great Basin Resource Advisory Council Meeting Location and Time
Outer Continental Shelf, Western Gulf of Mexico, Notice of Leasing Systems, Sale 161
Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force Risk Assessment and Management Committee Meeting
Temporary Closure of Public Lands: Nevada
Outer Continental Shelf, Beaufort Sea; Notice of Leasing Systems, Sale 144