Honorable Albert Gore, Jr.
President of the Senate
Washington, DC 20515

Dear Mr. President:

Under the Freedom of Information Act, 5 U.S.C. 552(e), enclosed is the Department of the Interior's annual report of activities for calendar year 1997 (January 1 - September 30, only).

Additional information regarding the enclosed report may be obtained by contacting Alexandra Mallus on (202) 208-5342.

    				        Sincerely, 


				        /s/  M. A. Lawler
               				       
                                              for

					Robert J. Lamb
                                    	Deputy Assistant Secretary
                                        Budget and Finance

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