Proposed rule published on May 30 by Interior Department

The US Interior Department published a three page proposed rule on May 30, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

The proposed rule is focused on Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Flat-Tailed Horned Lizard 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 May 30

Title
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of Certain Vicuña Populations From Endangered to Threatened With a Special Rule
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Flat-Tailed Horned Lizard as Threatened
National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center Advisory Board; Notice of Reestablishment
Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board; Meeting
Availability of an Environmental Assessment and Receipt of an Application for an Incidental Take Permit for a Storm Water Retention Pond, in Volusia County, FL
Notice of Intent To Prepare an Amendment to the California Desert Conservation Area Plan and Environmental Impact Statement
Receipt of Applications for Permit
Notice of Receipt of Applications for Endangered Species Recovery Permit
Receipt of Applications for Permit
Receipt of Applications for Permit
Notice of Intent To Prepare a Comprehensive Conservation Plan and Associated Environmental Impact Statement for the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge Complex (Refuge Complex)