Notice published by Interior Department on Aug. 18

The US Interior Department published a one page notice on Aug. 18, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

The notice is focused on Acceptance of Contribution for Geologic Mapping.

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. 18

Title
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Reopening of Comment Period for Proposed Rule To List the Contiguous United States Distinct Population Segment of the Canada Lynx
National Register of Historic Places; Notification of Pending Nominations
Emergency Closure of Public Lands; Lane County, Oregon
New Mexico Resource Advisory Council Meeting
Bay-Delta Advisory Council Meeting; Bay-Delta Advisory Council's Ecosystem Restoration Program FY 2000 Priority Public Workshop
Acceptance of Contribution for Geologic Mapping
Performance Review Board Appointments