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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.
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.
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.
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.
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."...
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.
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.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 20, 2023
Ahead of the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act this December, The Property and Environment Research Center (PERC) has released a report exploring ideas to improve conservation outcomes under the act. Since its inception five decades ago, the act has been successful in preventing extinction for most listed species. However, only a small number have recovered enough to be removed from the list.
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.
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.
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By Federal Newswire | Sep 8, 2023
The U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) recently announced the acquisition of 216 acres of land along the North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River, thanks to funding from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). BLM Swiftwater Field Manager Mike Korn expressed his gratitude towards Douglas County, Western Rivers Conservancy, and other partners and staff who made this acquisition possible. These lands will now be available to the public, ensuring their preservation for future generations.
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By Margaret Byfield | Aug 24, 2023
A new international scheme is being launched in America based on the idea that intrinsic values in nature can be quantified and converted to become investment products.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 24, 2023
The Property and Environment Research Center (PERC) has introduced a new Conservation Innovation Lab aimed at transforming its research and policy recommendations into practical conservation efforts. This initiative will focus on developing innovative ideas and solutions to promote sustainable conservation outcomes.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 22, 2023
On July 28, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission declined to comment when asked on the approval status of Natural Asset Companies, giving no timeline on when a decision could be expected or where the filing is at in the process.
By BD | Aug 22, 2023
Vermont recently passed the Community Resilience and Biodiversity Protection Act, which sets a goal to conserve 30% of Vermont’s land area by 2030 and 50% of its land area by 2050, which goes beyond President Biden’s 30x30 plan, the Vermont Public news site reported. Critics, including American Stewards of Liberty, say the law is governmental overreach.
By Marty Farmer | Aug 21, 2023
Kerry White of Citizens for Balanced Use urged landowners to be skeptical of entering into conservation easements with land trusts in a recent interview.
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 21, 2023
Under the Antiquities Act, President Biden designated the Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni – Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument in northern Arizona on August 8, creating the country's newest National Monument and marking the fifth National Monument created by President Biden.
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 18, 2023
President Joe Biden recently designated a new Arizona national monument in the Grand Canyon, granting 1 million acres of land to Tribal nations, furthering his pledge on climate resilience and conservation.
By T.H. Lawrence | Aug 7, 2023
“No Farmers No Food” examines Agenda 2030 and global food crisis
By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 4, 2023
The federal government has published draft guidelines to assist public agencies in incorporating ecosystem services into their cost-benefit analyses. On Aug. 1, the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) and the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) published the draft and opened it up to comments from the public.
