Federal Register #2026-14995

Fish and Wildlife Service Request for Information on Drain Tile Setbacks for Wetland Easements

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Department of the Interior) is seeking public input on its process for determining drain tile setback distances on properties with Service-owned wetland easements. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), Department of the Interior - Purpose: - Request for information and public comments on the calculation of drain tile setbacks for wetland easements - Focus on the effectiveness of the 2024 rule and recommendations for setback calculations - Products/Services Requested: - No products, part numbers, or services are being procured - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Input should address balancing wetland conservation with landowner property rights - Submitters are encouraged to provide examples, geographies, and supporting materials - No procurement of goods or services is involved; this is an information-gathering request

Description

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service requests information regarding the process for calculating setbacks for the placement of drain tile by landowners on property where the Service owns wetland easements. The notice seeks public input on the efficacy of the 2024 rule on drain tile setbacks and how the Service should calculate these setbacks when requested by landowners. Comments are accepted until August 7, 2026, via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or mail. The goal is to balance wetland conservation with landowner property rights.

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