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By Federal Newswire | Aug 9, 2024
The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) advanced a model state bill regarding Natural Asset Companies (NAC) at their annual meeting.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 8, 2024
The Roosevelt County board of commissioners in New Mexico has filed a resolution opposing the land protection plan and Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge expansion plan from the federal government.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 5, 2024
Texas Republican Jodey Arrington has mounted an effort to stop the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's (USFWS) proposed expansion of the Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge, an area that includes several counties in his congressional district.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 1, 2024
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced plans in April to expand the 6,440 acre Muleshoe Wildlife National Refuge in Texas to a total of 700,000 acres.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
Today, the Subcommittee on Federal Lands conducted a legislative hearing on six bills addressing significant land issues in local communities. Subcommittee Chairman Tom Tiffany (R-Wis.) provided a statement regarding the session: "Local land managers are the best stewards of the land, and the Subcommittee on Federal Lands has worked tirelessly to ensure the perspectives of rural communities are included in both the decision-making process and the subsequent management of our federal lands. Today’s bills continue ensuring local communities are not sidelined by the federal...
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
Last week, House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) and U.S. Rep. Scott Peters (D-Calif.) introduced the bipartisan Fix Our Forests Act.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 26, 2024
The House Committee on Natural Resources today held a full committee markup and favorably reported the Fix Our Forests Act. Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued a statement in response to the legislation's progress.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 26, 2024
The Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs convened today to discuss two bills aimed at clarifying the Secretary of the Interior's authority to place land into trust. Subcommittee Chair Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) provided a statement on the matter:
By Federal Newswire | Jun 26, 2024
Today, House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) and Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chairman Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) sent a letter to U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) Secretary Deb Haaland and Designated Agency Ethics Official Heather Gottry. The letter continues the committee’s oversight of Secretary Haaland's potential conflicts of interest regarding Somah Haaland's involvement with the Pueblo Action Alliance (PAA) and the organization’s advocacy before DOI. In part, the members wrote:
By Federal Newswire | Jun 25, 2024
Earlier this month, Bozeman, Montana, hosted a significant virtual fencing workshop. Organized by the Property and Environment Research Center (PERC) in collaboration with the Beyond Yellowstone Program, the event gathered experts from various sectors to explore advancements in virtual fencing technology. The workshop was supported by sponsors including the Greater Yellowstone Coalition, World Wildlife Fund, and the University of Wyoming’s Ruckelshaus Institute of Environment and Natural Resources – MacMillan Private Lands Stewardship Program, with backing from the Alumbra...
By Federal Newswire | Jun 21, 2024
The United States Forest Service (USFS) has proposed new regulations that could complicate efforts to manage wildfire risks and forest health. In response, House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued a statement criticizing the proposal.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 19, 2024
The Property and Environment Research Center (PERC) has entered into a partnership with the Utah Office of the Great Salt Lake Commissioner to address the declining water levels of the Great Salt Lake. This collaboration comes after the lake reached its lowest recorded level in 2022.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 18, 2024
Today, House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) and U.S. Rep. Scott Peters (D-Calif.) introduced the Fix Our Forests Act, a comprehensive, bipartisan bill aimed at restoring forest health, increasing resiliency to catastrophic wildfires, and protecting communities.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 18, 2024
Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs Chair Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) led members and committee staff on site visits to view essential mining infrastructure in Wyoming this week.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 13, 2024
The Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs convened an oversight hearing today to address significant gaps in data collection that hinder effective and coordinated federal policy for U.S. territories. Subcommittee Chair Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) commented on the issue, stating, "Data gaps make it challenging to efficiently plan and implement policy. Inaccurate or unavailable data increases the risk of government waste. It also creates barriers for local communities from accessing critical federal programs and opportunities. Quality and robust data, on the other hand,...
By Federal Newswire | Jun 13, 2024
The Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations convened today to address concerns regarding President Joe Biden's border policies and their impact on National Park Service (NPS) property and the surrounding community in New York City. Subcommittee Chairman Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) issued a statement criticizing the administration's approach:
By Federal Newswire | Jun 12, 2024
The House Committee on Natural Resources held a full committee markup today and favorably reported nine bills. Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) commented on the session, stating: "From modernizing the critical mineral list to bipartisan support for a clean and healthy Long Island Sound, House Committee on Natural Resources members are advancing responsible solutions to problems facing Americans. The nine bills we passed today are a product of diligent work from my colleagues, and I look forward to moving these bills further through the legislative process."
By Federal Newswire | Jun 4, 2024
On June 4, 2024, the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources conducted a legislative hearing on three bills aimed at enhancing access to and development of minerals crucial for everyday use and national security. Subcommittee Chairman Pete Stauber (R-Minn.) issued a statement emphasizing the importance of these resources.
By Margaret Byfield, Executive Director of American Stewards of Liberty | May 22, 2024
In a win for America's farmers and landowners, House Agriculture Committee Chairman, G.T. Thompson has taken a stand against the ever-expanding agendas of environmentalists. By rejecting language in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) from the current draft of the 2024 Farm Bill, Thompson is maintaining the bill's focus on supporting agriculture rather than controlling it.
By Federal Newswire | May 22, 2024
On May 22, 2024, the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources conducted an oversight hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 budget requests for the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE). Subcommittee Chairman Pete Stauber (R-Minn.) expressed concerns about the performance of these agencies under the Biden Administration.
