The Public Lands Package (including LWCF) Is Back!

When the public lands package cratered in December, lawmakers promised to bring it back in the New Year. Now they are determined to get these public lands protections across the line – here’s how you can help.

Library, Action AlertTania Lown-HechtJanuary 30, 2019Methow, Mountains to Sound, LWCF, Organ Mountains, Emery County, public land, public lands packageComment

Interior's Attempt to Undercut the Freedom of Information Act

Today, the Department of Interior is wrapping up a short public comment period on a rule that would change how it manages Freedom of Information Acts (FOIA).

Library, NewsTania Lown-HechtJanuary 29, 2019FOIA Comments

The Long-Term Effects of the Shutdown on Public Lands

The shutdown is over, but we’re just starting to see the long-term damages to public lands.

NewsTania Lown-HechtJanuary 28, 2019Budget, government shutdownComment

Speak Up About Proposed Mines Near the Boundary Waters

Interior halted plans for a mining ban in the Boundary Waters, canceled an environmental review, and is preparing to renew two expired mining leases. The comment period ends next week.

Action AlertTania Lown-HechtJanuary 14, 2019Boundary Waters Comments

The Government Shutdown and its Impact on Public Lands

The Administration needs to focus on reopening government rather than on band-aid solutions to help duck political fallout at the expense of the long-term well-being of public lands.