Proposed rule published by Interior Department on Feb. 28

The US Interior Department published a three page proposed rule on Feb. 28, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

The proposed rule is focused on Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Revised Critical Habitat for the Contiguous United States Distinct Population Segment of the Canada Lynx (Lynx canadensis).

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 Feb. 28

Title
Negotiated Rulemaking Advisory Committee for Off-Road Vehicle Management for Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Notice of Intent
Receipt of Applications for Endangered Species Permits
Remaining 2008 Meetings of the Big Cypress National Preserve Off-road Vehicle (ORV) Advisory Committee
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Citizen Advisory Commission Meeting
Gettysburg National Mililtary Park Advisory Commission
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park Advisory Commission; Notice of Public Meeting
Notice of Public Meetings, McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area Advisory Council Meeting
Call for Nominations for Resource Advisory Councils
Northwest Area Water Supply Project, ND
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Revised Critical Habitat for the Contiguous United States Distinct Population Segment of the Canada Lynx (Lynx canadensis)