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USDA Moves to Repeal Roadless Rule, Reigniting Fight for Public Lands
The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced its formal repeal of the Roadless Area Conservation Rule, a rule that for 25 years has protected millions
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Colorado Senator Attempts to Block Wolf Reintroduction in Special Session
Colorado State Senator Dylan Roberts introduced legislation today in an attempt to halt the state’s historic gray wolf reintroduction program, which has already seen remarkable
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Oregon Approves Conservation Plans for Orcas
The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission voted today to approve three Endangered Species Management Plans for Southern Resident Orcas, completing the listing process initiated by
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New Study Provides Framework to Maintain and Protect Military Mission and Environment in California Desert
Media contact: Catalina Tresky: ctresky@defenders.org or (202) 772-0253 WASHINGTON (June 12, 2017) – Today, The Sonoran Institute released “ Evaluating Encroachment Pressures on the Military
Secretary Zinke’s Recommendations on Bears Ears a Monumental Mistake
WASHINGTON (June 12, 2017) – Today, Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke submitted a preliminary report on Bears Ears National Monument to President Trump. Secretary
Defenders comments on Bears Ears National Monument review decision
Secretary of the Interior, Ryan Zinke, wrote a memorandum to President Trump on the review of Bears Ears National Monument. Click below to read Defenders
Mexico Takes New Initiative to Protect the Vaquita, World’s Most Endangered Porpoise
WASHINGTON (June 8, 2017) – The Mexican government has announced new efforts to save the critically endangered vaquita from extinction, following a widespread advocacy campaign
Secretary Zinke Orders Review of Greater Sage-Grouse Plans
WASHINGTON (June 8, 2017) – Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke issued Secretarial Order 3353 today establishing a federal panel to review both federal and
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