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Westerman: 'Already this year, CEQ has refused to testify at the Committee on Natural Resources three times, and they have failed to answer questions that fall under the umbrella of routine oversight'
By Federal Newswire | Nov 13, 2023
House Committee on Natural Resources Chair Bruce Westerman speaks out on the status of CEQ and reduction of funding.
SEC extends NYSE's Natural Asset Companies' listing rule deadline due to public input
By Federal Newswire | Nov 13, 2023
A number of individuals and organizations publicly commented on the Security and Exchange Commission's (SEC) consideration of a proposed rule change by the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) regarding listing standards for Natural Asset Companies (NACs). The SEC granted an extension for further consideration until Jan. 2, 2024.
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Ernst & Young recommends review for NACs before adoption by SEC
By Federal Newswire | Nov 13, 2023
In an Oct. 25 letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Ernst & Young recommended that the NYSE and the SEC seek additional input from a diverse group of assurance providers before finalizing which information would require assurance, the level of assurance and, where applicable, the transition to reasonable assurance.
State of Utah requests a 90-day extension to the public comment of the proposed rule by the SEC to adopt new listing standards for natural asset companies
By Federal Newswire | Nov 13, 2023
The State of Utah Department of Natural Resources provided public comment on Oct. 25 regarding the Proposed Rule by the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) to adopt listing standards for Natural Asset Companies (NACs). The State requests a 90-day extension to the public comment period to allow for a more in-depth review of the Proposed Rule.
Hageman introduces amendment to prevent passage of new listing standards for Natural Asset Companies
By Federal Newswire | Nov 6, 2023
Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) introduced an amendment to H.R. 4664, the Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Bill. The amendment prohibits funds from being made available to the SEC to approve a rule change proposed by the New York Stock Exchange LLC to adopt listing standards for Natural Asset Companies (NACs).
Financial Fairness Alliance argues against new NYSE proposal
By Federal Newswire | Oct 30, 2023
Justin Bis, the Director of Financial Fairness Alliance, has called on the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) to reject the New York Stock Exchange's (NYSE) recent proposal. In a letter addressed to Vanessa Countryman, the Secretary of the SEC, Bis argued that the proposal would have negative consequences for American life and public investing.
American Stewards of Liberty urges SEC to reject NYSE proposal
By Federal Newswire | Oct 30, 2023
Margaret Byfield, Executive Director of American Stewards of Liberty, has called on the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to reject the proposal of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) to list Natural Asset Companies (NACs). In a letter addressed to the Secretary of the SEC, Vanessa Countryman, on October 25, Byfield argued against the endorsement of NACs on the NYSE.
New language to be added to NYSE manual that welcomes foreign countries to invest in US land
By Federal Newswire | Oct 20, 2023
New language which welcomes foreign countries to invest in US land will be added to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) manual. According to the manual draft, the NYSE will allow foreign countries to establish a National Asset Company (NAC) in the US.
SEC proposes rules to enable elite investors and governments to profit from protecting natural resources under climate crisis policies
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2023
On October 4, the SEC proposed a new investment vehicle called the "Natural Asset Company (NAC)," created by the Intrinsic Exchange Group (IEG) in partnership with the NYSE and supported by organizations like the Rockefeller Foundation and the World Wildlife Fund. The NAC is designed to allow elite investors and governments to profit from protecting natural resources linked to climate crisis policies, including the 30x30 agenda, net-zero, and decarbonization, but some argue that its objective is more about political and financial control of global natural resources, especially in the United States, prompting calls for immediate congressional oversight.
Kerry White warns of "top-down overreach by the USFWS" in proposed 5.8 million-acre Montana conservation area plan
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2023
In a recent interview, Kerry White of Citizens for Balanced Use urged landowners to be wary of a proposed plan to create a vast conservation area in Montana, which he claims would increase federal government control over the land and would prioritize wildlife over local residents' access to the land.
New national wildlife refuges established in two states
By Federal Newswire | Oct 11, 2023
The U.S. Department of the Interior has announced the establishment of two new national wildlife refuges in Wyoming and Tennessee. This marks the second and third wildlife refuges created by Interior Secretary Deb Haaland and brings the total number of units in the National Wildlife Refuge System to 570.
NYSE proposes new listing standards for Natural Asset Companies
By Federal Newswire Report | Oct 10, 2023
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has proposed new listing standards for a category of public companies called "Natural Asset Companies" (NACs). These companies have a primary focus on managing, maintaining, restoring and enhancing the value of natural assets and ecosystem services and are also encouraged to engage in sustainable revenue-generating activities and activities that support community well-being, provided they are sustainable.
The latest target in Biden's 30x30 plan: 5.8 million acres of Montana
By Federal Newswire | Oct 9, 2023
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has announced a plan to establish a massive 5.8 million-acre conservation area in Southwest Montana, covering 9,000 square miles. This proposal, part of President Biden's 30x30 plan to conserve 30% of U.S. lands and waters by 2030, includes a mix of government-owned and private land and is centered around the Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge.
Texas Public Policy Foundation files comment opposing Biden Administration NEPA changes
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2023
The Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) and The American Stewards of Liberty (ASL) have filed a comment opposing the Biden Administration's proposed changes to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The proposed rule, according to TPPF and ASL, disproportionately emphasizes climate change considerations and raises concerns about its legal and scientific soundness.
Montana Attorney General Demands Transparency in Biden Administration's Massive Conservation Proposal
By Federal News | Oct 2, 2023
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is calling for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to release all of its documentation related to its attempts to draw a circle around nearly six million acres of land in Montana that the agency intends to make into a conservation area and postpone any further action.
C40 Cities claiming that they will ban meat, dairy, cars by 2030
By Federal Newswire | Sep 26, 2023
More cities continue to join the “C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group," a climate activist group which attempts to implement changes at the city level. In an article from September 14, the American Stewards of Liberty said that C40 cities are attempting to control how people eat and even dress, all in the name of protecting the environment. According to the article by the American Stewards of Liberty, an increasing number of cities, including major ones like Austin, Boston, Chicago, and others across the United States, have joined the "C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group."...
Biden Cancels Alaska Oil Leases to Stop "Climate Change," Furthers US Dependence on Foreign Imports
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
Earlier this month, the Biden Administration announced its decision to cancel oil and gas leases in Alaska, a move that has sparked controversy and concerns about the country's energy independence. According to an article from September 14, American Stewards of Liberty expressed their opposition to this decision, arguing that it would lead to higher gas prices and hinder American energy production.
U.S. Rep. Cloud proposes amendment to safeguard the Permian Basin
By Federal Newswire | Sep 24, 2023
In a move to make the federal government more fiscally responsible, Republicans have introduced significant amendments to the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill for FY2024.
South Dakota landowners claim victory over carbon pipelines
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2023
South Dakota landowners are celebrating after the state's Public Utilities Commission (PUC) unanimously rejected applications from Navigator CO2 Ventures and SCS Carbon Solutions to build carbon capture pipelines. The two applications aimed to construct extensive pipelines spanning hundreds of miles in South Dakota, but were denied due to various reasons such as inadequate communication with landowners, safety concerns, and violations of county ordinances.
Over 1,600 scientists claim that the climate emergency is a myth
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 18, 2023
A group of 1,609 scientists, who have formed a group called CLINTEL, claim that the so-called climate emergency is a myth. An article by the American Stewards of Liberty from Aug. 31 said that the group has publicly stated that they are against the Biden administration's net-zero CO2 policies.
