Federal Register #FWSR8ES20220081

Reopening of Comment Period for Endangered Species Listing and Critical Habitat Designation for Salamanders

This opportunity involves the reopening of the comment period for a proposed rule by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding endangered species listing and critical habitat designation for two salamander species. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of the Interior - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is a regulatory action, not a procurement - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being requested or procured - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The Service is seeking additional public comments on the proposed rule and a new provision for the 4(d) rule - Focus on information related to conservation, economic impacts, and exceptions for activities such as managed livestock grazing and fuels management - Comments previously submitted will be considered in the final rule - This is not a procurement opportunity; no contract or purchase is involved

Description

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is reopening the comment period on its proposed rule to list the Kern Canyon slender salamander as threatened with a section 4(d) rule, and the relictual slender salamander as endangered under the Endangered Species Act. The rule also proposes designation of critical habitat for both species. The reopening allows for additional public comments on the proposed rule and a new provision for the 4(d) rule, considering conservation and economic impacts. Comments previously submitted will be fully considered and need not be resubmitted.

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