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  • 2021-00663 — Notice of Availability of the Record of Decision for Greater Sage-Grouse Management, Nevada and Northeastern California
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 3177
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced the availability of a Record of Decision (ROD) concerning the management of Greater Sage-Grouse habitat in Nevada and Northeastern California. After thorough planning and environmental assessments over the last decade, the BLM concluded that no new land use planning is necessary, as previous processes have adequately addressed habitat conservation. The decision, which aligns with the 2019 Resource Management Plan, is finalized and is not open to appeal or protest. Interested individuals can review the ROD online or inspect physical copies at designated BLM offices in Nevada and California.

    Simple Explanation

    The BLM has decided that the plans they made earlier to help protect the homes of some special birds called Greater Sage-Grouse in Nevada and California are good enough, so they won't be making any new changes. People can look at these plans online or at certain offices if they want to see them.

  • 2024-28293 — Notice of Adoption of U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency Categorical Exclusions Pursuant to Section 109 of the National Environmental Policy Act
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 95810
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) plans to adopt categorical exclusions (CEs) from the U.S. Department of Agriculture—Farm Service Agency (USDA-FSA) to streamline environmental reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). These adopted CEs cover various agricultural activities, which HUD intends to use for projects like fence repairs or farm storage facility construction. HUD consulted with USDA-FSA to ensure these CEs are appropriate and will not cause significant environmental harm, barring extraordinary circumstances. The adoption will be effective after regulatory amendments or waivers are issued.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is making a plan to borrow some rules from another group to make checking how things like building farm storage or fixing fences might affect nature quicker and easier. They're talking with experts to make sure everything stays safe for the environment.

  • 2021-03200 — Endangered and Threatened Species; Take of Anadromous Fish
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10037
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has announced decisions regarding 17 hatchery and genetic management plans for salmon and steelhead in specific river basins in Washington and Idaho. These plans aim to conserve threatened and endangered fish species while allowing harvest opportunities when possible. They ensure that hatchery operations do not hinder the survival and recovery of natural fish populations and adhere to the Endangered Species Act. The plans have undergone public review, and NMFS has selected preferred alternatives for implementation, emphasizing environmental conservation and protection.

    Simple Explanation

    The government has made plans to carefully help and protect special fish like salmon and steelhead in certain rivers, making sure people can still catch these fish. They want to make sure these fish have safe places to live and grow strong.

  • 2021-00662 — Notice of Availability of the Record of Decision for Greater Sage-Grouse Management, Idaho
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 3180
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Idaho has finalized its decision regarding the conservation of the Greater Sage-Grouse habitat, as outlined in their Record of Decision (ROD). After a decade of planning and various environmental assessments, the BLM has decided not to alter existing land use plans, as they believe that previous processes and science sufficiently address habitat conservation needs. This decision, described in the 2019 Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment, is not open to appeal or protest. The BLM's actions reflect thorough analysis and substantial collaboration with wildlife agencies and other stakeholders.

    Simple Explanation

    The government decided not to change the rules for taking care of a special bird in Idaho because they think the plans made before are good enough. They believe they've already thought about everything carefully, even though some people don't agree or understand all the details.

  • 2021-02412 — Environmental Impact Statements; Notice of Availability
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8356
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released a notice regarding the weekly receipt of Environmental Impact Statements (EIS). This includes various projects such as the optimization of airspace for Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico and a formal training unit in Virginia. The document also mentions a land exchange project in Oregon and an earthquake-ready bridge in the same state. Additionally, the comment period for the Uinta Basin Railway project in Utah has been extended.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA is telling people about plans to build better roads and better buildings, like bridges and train tracks, in different places. They want to know what everyone thinks about these plans before making final decisions.

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