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Recent Events Involving Our Public Lands Are Alarming

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But their lawyers argued that prosecutors did not prove that the group had engaged in an illegal conspiracy that kept federal workers — employees of the Fish and Wildlife Service and the Bureau of Land Management — from doing their jobs. Other articles related to this story: Verdict in Oregon Draws Surprise and Questions About Equity.

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Proposed Changes to Migratory Bird Treaty Act – Part II

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Although there has been a split in the courts , “incidental take” has generally been considered within the scope of the MBTA, so harming or killing migratory birds has been illegal regardless of intent. This is known as “strict liability.”. The Trump Administration appealed that ruling to the U.S.

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Proposed Changes to Migratory Bird Treaty Act

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Although there has been a split in the courts , “incidental take” has generally been considered within the scope of the MBTA, so harming or killing migratory birds has been illegal regardless of intent. This is known as “strict liability.” of the EIS) to avoid harming birds. The image at the top (via Wikipedia ) is a U.S.

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Have There Been Any Positive Aspects of the Malheur NWR Occupation?

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What has been the Republican response to this illegal occupation ? million and counting: The cost of the Malheur occupation , 2 As Oregon Situation Unfolds, Here’s A Quick Update On Cliven Bundy. Here’s a video of Ted Cruz agreeing with the ultra right-wing crazies and promising to grant them their wish. v=flLFQnW7CUc.

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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Proposes 2015 Expansion of Hunting and Fishing Opportunities on National Wildlife Refuges

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The State of Louisiana has increased fines for illegal killing of bears. The Service proposes opening the following refuge to hunting for the first time: Items below in blockquotes state the purpose and mission of the specific National Wildlife Refuge mentioned. This is an Urban Refuge ! Why would you open it up to hunting?

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