What did Interior Department publish on Aug. 21?

The US Interior Department published a four page proposed rule on Aug. 21, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

The proposed rule is focused on Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the Topeka Shiner.

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. 21

Title
Notice of Intent to Prepare a Comprehensive Conservation Plan and Associated Environmental Impact Statement for the Desert National Wildlife Refuge Complex
Notice of Meeting of the Klamath Fisheries Management Council
California Bay-Delta Public Advisory Committee Public Meeting
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the Topeka Shiner