Bureau of Land Management & Congress News Monitoring

US Bureau of Land Management Offering 1,064 Acres for Solar Lease Option

CAÑON CITY, Colorado — The Bureau of Land Management announced today it is auctioning 1,064 acres of public land for solar energy production in the De Tilla Gulch area of Saguache County, Colorado. Bidding will take place at 10 a.m. on April 27, 2023, at …

BLM, others offer $22,500 reward for info on wild horses shot

SALT LAKE CITY —The Bureau of Land Management along with other organizations, is offering a $22,500 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction of those responsible for two wild horses found shot and killed. The two wild stallions were shot …

Reward offered for information on two wild horses shot earlier this month

SALT LAKE CITY — The Bureau of Land Management is looking for those responsible for shooting two wild horses earlier this month. The BLM says the incident occurred in the Onaqui Mountain Herd Management area. It is located 60 miles southwest of Salt Lake …

DNR official to Alaska lawmakers: Willow oil project holds promise but faces obstacles

By Becky Bohrer, Associated Press Updated: 19 minutes ago Published: 20 minutes ago Alaska state Sen. Bert Stedman, center, a co-chair of the Senate Finance Committee, listens to a presentation on the Willow project on Thursday in Juneau. (AP Photo/ …

Not missing a beat, Trump announces ‘Agenda47’ plan to ‘Dismantle the Deep State’

by WorldTribune Staff, March 23, 2023 On might think that an impending indictment would be a distraction, but not so for Donald J. Trump. The 45th U.S. president and his 2024 presidential campaign roll on despite apparent all-out efforts by the Department …

Official: Willow oil project holds promise, faces obstacles

BECKY BOHRER, Associated Press March 23, 2023 This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — The Willow oil project on Alaska's petroleum-rich North Slope is part of a “new era” of large-scale development in the …

Sweeping ‘Outdoor Recreation’ Act Lands in Congress: How You Can (Finally) Help It Pass

A massive piece of bipartisan, outdoor-focused legislation is on its way through the Senate yet again. If it succeeds, Americans could see a lot of changes on public lands everywhere. On March 16, Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and John Barrasso (R-WY) re- …

BLM, State Parks seek input on proposed South Pass trails

The Bureau of Land Management and Wyoming State Parks seek public input on a proposal to build roughly six new miles of trail adjacent to South Pass City State Historic Site.  The BLM’s Lander field office released a conceptual plan that proposes several …

Four hunters, a ladder and a fight over federal land

The future of public lands access may be decided by a Wyoming legal battle involving four hunters, a landowner and a ladder. The case, set for jury trial June 26 in the U.S. District Court for the District of Wyoming, involves an October 2021 criminal …

Carlsbad, New Mexico activists demand stronger oil and gas rules in Washington, D.C.

The Rev. David Rogers of Carlsbad’s First Christian Church journeyed from the Cavern City this week to the halls of Congress to demand federal action on air pollution in his community on the frontlines of the American oil industry. Amid some of the U.S.’ …

GOING NATURAL: Farms grow native plants for Klamath River dam removal

MOSES LAKE, Wash. — The largest dam removal project in U.S. history is about more than just tearing down four hydroelectric dams. After years of careful planning, crews are now laying the groundwork to raze J.C. Boyle, Copco 1, Copco 2 and Iron Gate dams …

What is a National Monument?

President Joe Biden has designated three new monuments, Camp Hale-Continental Divide last October, and Castner Range and Avi Kwa Ame on Tuesday. Here are some frequently asked questions about national monuments? How does the president create a national …

With Construction Days Away, Groups Ask Court to Halt Massive Willow Oil Project

Before long the cheeps and honks of returning birdlife will enliven the wetlands and tundra just west of Nuiqsut, Alaska. But even before spring’s immense flocks of shorebirds and waterfowl arrive, the silence of the still-frozen Far North may be broken by …

Saving wild horses can save public lands

A uniquely American conversation concerns our wild horses and our federal public lands, which are a gift to us, affording public ownership of lands unlike anywhere else in the world. Our lands are supposed to be managed by balancing public interests, …

White House rejects Lombardo's criticism on monument designation

Staff photo A sign informs visitors their entrance into the Spirit Mountain Wilderness area in Clark County, where Avi Kwa Ame, also known as Spirit Mountain is located, Thursday, Nov. 12, 2021. Avi Kwa Ame is a mountain and region that Native American …

Big Sky bison battles spell trouble for Haaland

While Interior Secretary Deb Haaland wants to restore more bison across the country, Yellowstone’s famous herd suffered through one of the deadliest winters on record, with the animals easy prey for hunters as they sauntered across the park’s northern …

The final ski to protest the expansion of mining on Crested Butte’s Red Lady mountain after a 46-year fight

This story first appeared in The Outsider, the premium outdoor newsletter by Jason Blevins. In it, he covers the industry from the inside out, plus the fun side of being outdoors in our beautiful state. CRESTED BUTTE — When the American Metal Climax …

A lasting victory

The protest encampment was easily visible from Highway 40 going West from Needles, California — a cluster of olive-green Army tents that stood out from the low-lying creosote bushes and sagebrush that cover the expanse of Ward Valley. At its height, the …

Guest opinion: Colville’s healthy forests project is model for federal legislation

Who says Congress is so gridlocked that nothing is accomplished? Consider what happened last December when the U.S. Senate unanimously passed legislation streamlining regulations for projects reducing wildfire risk, restoring healthy forests and removing …

In Loving Memory of Robert Hannan

The Council, Council Staff and Central Staff would like to send their condolences and thoughts to the family of Robert F. Hannan, a retired member of Central Staff, who passed away on March 9, 2023. Hannan’s obituary notes that after graduating from …

Women are involved in all aspects of the Space Force and are making history by doing so

COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Corinne Bernatowicz, a 2LT in the U.S. Space Force and student at the 533d Training Squadron at VSFB, CA, officially joined the U.S. Space Force in June 2022 through …

LEAD Fund Welcomes its Newest Board Member, Joseph B. Hill

Nonprofit affiliate of the American Association for Access, Equity and Diversity Adds DE&I Executive to its board of Civil Rights Advocates and DE&I Leaders WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩…

OCM Gold Fund Wins Multiple Refinitv Lipper Awards for 4th Consecutive Year

OCM Gold Fund Designated “Best Precious Metals Equity Fund” by Refinitv Lipper 2023 for 5 & 10 year periods. OCM Gold Fund (MUTF:OCMAX) LIVERMORE, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Orrell Capital Management ( …

Manchin Makes Stops In Morgan, Berkeley, Jefferson Counties

Georgia Business Leaders and Seniors Call on Biden Administration to Protect Medicare Advantage

Several Georgia-based businesses today denounced the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services proposal to cut $3 billion of Medicare Advantage funding in 2024 ATLANTA, GEORGIA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Georgia …

Mayor Michelle Wu, Office of Civic Organizing Announce 2023 Love Your Block Spring Cleanups

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Office of Civic Organizing (OCO) today announced the Love Your Block spring 2023 cleanups will take place on April 22nd and 29th. Love Your Block is a Citywide community service event that invites community organizations, local …

Announcing the 2023 Hash Bash Treasure Hunt

ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN, USA, March 23, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Who: Great Lakes Expungement Network- Ann Arbor Hash Bash, Monroe St. Fair What: Hash Bash Treasure Hunt When: For purchase now through April 3rd 2023. Redeemable March 29-April 3 …

Just Released: Red Pill Speaker Celia Farber's Book "SERIOUS ADVERSE EVENTS: An Uncensored History of Aids" Now Out

Investigative Journalist Celia Farber's book SERIOUS ADVERSE EVENTS: An Uncensored History of Aids, is being released today, by Chelsea Green Publishing. NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, March 23, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Investigative …

Hank Rearden of CONK! News Says, "Drive 45 for 45"

"We have bigger problems in America than Donald Trump not paying for sex on time," WASHINGTON, DC, USA, March 23, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On his "Rearden Report" podcast for March 21st, CONK! News "fulfillment …

Manchin Questions Transportation Secretary on Funding for Rural Areas, Hydrogen Energy Infrastructure, Railway Safety, ...

March 23, 2023 Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, questioned Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) on securing federal funding for rural areas, the …

Manchin, Committee Convene to Examine Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities to the United States’ Energy Infrastructure

March 23, 2023 Washington, DC – Today, the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee held a hearing to examine the steps needed to address the cybersecurity vulnerabilities to the United States’ energy infrastructure. During the hearing, Chairman …

The United States Hispanic Business Council congratulates Senator Cornyn for recognition as most effective Republican

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 23, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC), congratulates United States Senator, John Cornyn (R-TX) for being recognized as the most effective Republican in the Senate. …

Purple Heart Homes Hosts Mission Complete Ceremony at Grand Opening of Camp Centurion

GASTONIA, NORTH CAROLINA, USA, March 23, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 11:00am, Purple Heart Homes will host a Mission Complete Ceremony at the Grand Opening of Camp Centurion, a transitional housing facility for …

Dadvan Yousuf Meets with Pope Francis to Discuss Social and Economic Development

Dadvan Yousuf shares his life story and vision for using blockchain and cryptocurrencies for social and economic development with Pope Francis at the Vatican. VATICAN CITY, VATICAN CITY, VATICAN, March 23, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dadvan …

Excelencia in Education Analysis Shows How Some Hispanic-Serving Institutions Are Adapting to Compete for Federal Funds

New Report Highlights Capacity Building Strategies to Participate in Title V Grant Programs and Intentionally Serve Latino Students WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 23, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new report from Excelencia in Education …

The rise of electric vehicle (EV) sales will lead to a gap of $1 trillion in fuel tax revenues in the US

The gas tax is no longer an effective road funding model. US road funding is close to the breaking point unless states launch road usage charging WASHINGTON DC, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, March 23, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The gas tax is no …

(Video) Iranians pay respect to fallen heroes, vow more anti-regime protests in Nowruz

The regime’s own media reported that The Social Security Investment Company (SHASTA), is the financial institution that is supposed to fund retirees. PARIS, FRANCE, March 23, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- People in cities checkered across Iran are …

Kris Kelly Foundation Gets Support From Celebrity Animal Lovers

Kristine Kelly is not just an animal rights activist. She’s also a card carrying SAG member and a bestselling author. HOLLYWOOD , CA, USA, March 23, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- . Kristine Kelly has been an animal rights activist for over 20 …

Former Puerto Rico Mayor Convicted of Accepting Bribes

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico –A federal jury convicted a former mayor of Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, yesterday for engaging in a bribery scheme. According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, Ángel Pérez-Otero, 52, was involved in a bribery conspiracy …