AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPublic Lands Input: onX launched the Public Land Comment Hub app, letting Idaho residents quickly submit public comments to the Forest Service, BLM, National Park Service, and Fish and Wildlife as major land rules face change. Water Stress: the Spokane River is running dry again, with Riverkeeper warning the losing reach is shifting faster amid extreme heat and drought. Roadless Rule Fight: the Trump administration moved to rescind the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, arguing it will help wildfire and forest health work; Idaho groups and officials say the debate matters for wildlife, water, and Idaho’s own roadless protections. Grizzly Policy in Idaho: Idaho AG Raúl Labrador urged the federal government to remove grizzlies from the Endangered Species List and expand state control, while Idaho leaders weigh in on the proposed ESA “4(d)” changes. Wildlife on the Move: Idaho Fish and Game reported increased black bear activity in the Wood River Valley, urging residents to secure trash and food. Local Water Planning: the Mid-Snake Watershed Advisory Group seeks two new seats to help guide Mid-Snake River water-quality plans. Mining Court Update: a federal judge upheld approval of Perpetua Resources’ Stibnite Gold Project but ordered revisions to a harm estimate for wolverine and bull trout.
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