U.S. Department of the Interior

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Interior Expands Program for Review of Prairie Pothole Wetland Easements

The Department of the Interior today announced that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will incorporate feedback from North Dakota farmers, ranchers and conservation partners as it updates and expands an innovative Prairie Pothole Wetland pilot project addressing landowner concerns—particularly with wetland easements purchased prior to 1976.

09/21/2026

Department of the Interior Announces Appointments to Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and…
08/30/2026

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Mourns Loss of Federal Wildlife Officer in Oklahoma Fire
08/27/2026

Interior Finalizes Streamlined Process for Migratory Game Bird Hunting Seasons

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The U.S. Department of the Interior protects and manages the Nation’s natural resources and cultural heritage; provides scientific and other information about those resources; and honors its trust responsibilities or special commitments to American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and affiliated Island Communities.

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Securing American Energy Dominance

Secretary Burgum and the National Energy Dominance Council generate over $56 billion in announced domestic investments across nuclear energy, LNG infrastructure, critical minerals, advanced manufacturing, and clean energy technologies.

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Promises Made, Promises Kept

Since swearing in to the Department of the Interior, Secretary Burgum has implemented President Trump’s agenda to secure American Energy Dominance and capitalize on America’s Balance Sheet.

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Hearings and Appeals Case Inventories

Search for pending cases and issued decisions and dispositive orders.

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Make America Beautiful Again

In response to the President’s Executive Order, the Make America Beautiful Again Commission has compiled this midterm report to describe the actions taken by the Trump Administration thus far to restore, beautify, and promote a more prosperous environment.

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