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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
Press Releases
FWS ignores wolf supporters in Colorado, Pacific Northwest
No public hearings on wolf delisting proposal in areas with prime habitat WASHINGTON (Sept. 4, 2013) – The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) announced
Izembek will be integral stop on Sec. Jewell’s visit to Alaska
Trip precedes final announcement on proposed “road to ruin” through the refuge WASHINGTON (August 29, 2013) – Sally Jewell makes her first trip to Alaska
Yellowstone bison arrive at Fort Belknap Indian Reservation
Return of iconic animal a boon for wildlife conservation and tribal culture FORT BELKNAP, Mont. (Aug. 23, 2013) – Thirty-four genetically pure, disease-free Yellowstone bison
Glaring mismanagement found in administration of Texas imperiled species Conservation Plan by the state’s Comptroller
HOUSTON (August 19, 2013) – Adding to a string of recent state and federal governmental transparency issues, the Texas Comptroller’s Office finds itself at the
Groups Intervene in Lawsuit to Support End of California’s ‘No-Otter Zone’
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Groups Intervene in Lawsuit to Support End of California’s ‘No-Otter Zone’ LOS ANGELES (Aug. 13, 2013) – Sea otters should be allowed
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