The U.S. House Natural Resources Committee yesterday moved a bill to update the Magnuson-Stevens Act, the primary fisheries law in federal waters.
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Wrangell timber sale plan moving forward
The U.S. Forest Service is moving closer to selling old-growth timber stands on roaded areas of Wrangell Island.
NMFS nears new Steller sea lion restrictions
NMFS came out in favor of allowing more fishing in its environmental impact statement released Friday morning.
Alaska farmers eligible for USDA transportation help
Starting July 21, Alaska farmers can sign up for the US Department of Agriculture’s Reimbursement Transportation Cost Payment Program.
Fifteen to review Tongass management plan
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has named 15 people to a committee providing advice on changes in Tongass National Forest management.
Senate panel approves labeling for GM salmon
A U.S. Senate panel yesterday moved to require labeling for genetically modified salmon, if it’s approved for sale in this country.
USFW wants to regulate oil & gas on refuges
The Kenai National Wildlife Refuge is the only refuge in Alaska with active petroleum extraction.
New equipment means new opportunities for polar bear treatment
New equipment has given the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service the capability to treat polar bears on the scene, which, until now, hasn’t been a possibility.
Report says US participation in Arctic Council lacks coordination, follow-through
A report released Monday from the Government Accountability Office suggests U.S. participation in the Arctic Council lacks coordination and follow-through.
Ravn outlines safety improvements as NTSB pushes for investigation
The NTSB took the unusual move last month of asking the Federal Aviation Administration to investigate the Ravn family of companies.