Proposed rule published by Interior Department on Nov. 30

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

The proposed rule is focused on Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Critical Habitat Designation for the Buena Vista Lake Shrew.

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 Nov. 30

Title
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Critical Habitat Designation for the Buena Vista Lake Shrew
Notice of Meeting, Front Range Resource Advisory Council (Colorado)
Notice of Competitive Coal Lease Sale Reoffer, WY
Proposed Low Effect Habitat Conservation Plan for Whiskey Creek Bald Eagle Nest Site in Tillamook County, OR
Notice of Intent To Prepare Comprehensive Conservation Plan and Environmental Assessment for the Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge Complex, Martin, SD