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The Secretary of the Interior has announced the renewal of the Gateway National Recreation Area Fort Hancock 21st Century Advisory Committee. This committee advises on the development of a reuse plan and future uses of the Fort Hancock Historic Landmark District within the Gateway National Recreation Area. The notice complies with the Federal Advisory Committee Act and affirms that the committee's work is in the public interest. Secretary Deb Haaland is responsible for this decision.

The Executive Order establishes the National Energy Dominance Council within the Executive Office of the President. Its purpose is to make America a leader in energy production by expanding all forms of energy, including oil, natural gas, and renewable sources. The Council, chaired by the Secretary of the Interior, will advise the President on increasing energy production, improving regulations, and fostering cooperation between the government and private energy sectors. It will also work on strategies to raise national awareness about energy issues and priorities.

The National Park Service is seeking nominations for the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Review Committee. The Secretary of the Interior will appoint one member from those nominated by Indian Tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, or traditional Native American religious leaders, and the member must be a traditional Indian religious leader. Nominations need to be submitted by February 3, 2025, and must follow specific guidelines, including providing a resume and affirming the nominee's qualifications. Members of the Committee serve without pay but are reimbursed for travel expenses related to Committee activities.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Idaho has announced public meetings of the Idaho Resource Advisory Council (RAC) for April 14 and August 11, 2021. The RAC, composed of 15 diverse members appointed by the Secretary of the Interior, advises on public land and national forest management in Idaho. The April meeting will cover topics such as wildland fire management and outdoor recreation, while the August meeting's agenda will be finalized after the April meeting. These meetings are open to the public, who can also comment during scheduled periods.

In Executive Order 14172, the President ordered the restoration of names to honor notable figures in American history. The order directs changes like reinstating the name "Mount McKinley" for North America's highest peak and renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America." It also empowers the Secretary of the Interior and the U.S. Board on Geographic Names to implement these changes and consider additional naming honors, particularly in light of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States. The order emphasizes respecting past traditions while encouraging federal agencies to use the new names consistently in all official documents.

The presidential memorandum addresses the issue of Federal recognition for the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Historically recognized by North Carolina and under an act signed by President Eisenhower, the Lumbee Tribe has been acknowledged but not granted Federal benefits. With over 55,000 members today, the Lumbee Tribe is one of the largest in the United States. The memorandum directs the Secretary of the Interior to create a plan within 90 days to help the Lumbee Tribe achieve full Federal recognition, allowing them to access Federal benefits, through legislative or other legal pathways.

The President issued Executive Order 14229 to honor Jocelyn Nungaray, a 12-year-old girl tragically killed by individuals in the United States illegally. The order renames the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge in Texas as the "Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge" to commemorate her life. The Secretary of the Interior is directed to ensure all federal references reflect this new name. The order states it does not create any legal rights enforceable against the United States.

The Bureau of Indian Affairs has announced that nearly 200 acres of land in Maverick County, Texas, have been officially added to the reservation for the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas. This decision was made by the Assistant Secretary—Indian Affairs under the authority given by the Secretary of the Interior. The land is specifically described using legal boundaries, and the addition does not change any existing rights or easements on the land, such as roads or utilities.

The United States Army has requested the Bureau of Land Management to withdraw 1,840 acres of federal land and 53.48 acres of non-federal land in Fort Huachuca, Arizona, from mining and leasing laws. This is meant to protect the John R. Fox Range from potential impact due to mining activities. The public can submit comments on this request until March 10, 2025, and ask for a public meeting. This notice temporarily keeps the lands from being used under these laws for up to two years while the application is being processed.

The Secretary of the Interior plans to renew the National Park System Advisory Board as per the requirements of the Federal Advisory Committee Act. This renewal is important to support the functions of the Department of the Interior and the National Park Service. The Board has been providing valuable advice since 1935 and continues to represent a wide range of expertise related to the mission of the National Park Service. The renewal ensures that the Board can continue its work without interruption.