In 2022, visitor spending near national parks contributed $50.3 billion to the U.S. economy, supporting 378,400 jobs, the Department of the Interior reports.
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$195 million in funding announced for water resilience and ecosystem protection
The U.S. Department of the Interior is providing much-needed resources to enhance Western communities’ resilience to drought and climate change.
Lower Basin States reach historic Colorado River system agreement
Arizona, California and Nevada will conserve 3 million acre-feet of Colorado River water, with funding and voluntary efforts supporting sustainability of the system. A new draft environmental impact...
The Department of the Interior proposes the Public Lands Rule to guide balanced management, improve resilience, conserve habitats, and support responsible development.
Infrastructure funds allocated for Indian water right settlements
Close to $580 million has been allocated toward the fulfillment of Indian water right settlements, helping to create water rights certainty for Tribal and non-Indian communities.
Department of Interior to receive 17% increase in proposed budget
The Department of Interior will receive about $2.5 billion more in funding this year to address tribal and environmental issues.