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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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Mexican gray wolves gained ground in 2011
Defenders of Wildlife urges for more wolf releases TUCSON, Ariz. (February 3, 2012) - The following is a statement from Eva Sargent, Defenders of Wildlife's
House Republican leaders try again to open Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to drilling for Big Oil
Transportation funding bill is the latest vehicle to cater to Big Oil Summary: Republican leaders of the House Natural Resources Committee today did the bidding
National solar energy plan moves closer to final stages
Statements from conservation groups and other stakeholders in support of guided solar development WASHINGTON (January 30, 2012) - On the heels of President Obama’s State
Obama administration proposes new forest-planning rule
A statement from Jamie Rappaport Clark, Former president and CEO of Defenders of Wildlife WASHINGTON (January 26, 2012) - The Obama administration today proposed a
National Park Service finally issues rules for responsible beach driving in Cape Hatteras
CHAPEL HILL, NC (January 20, 2012) - The National Park Service (NPS) today announced new rules to manage off-road vehicle traffic on beaches so nesting
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