AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRare Earths Drilling in Wyoming: American Rare Earths says it’s advancing its Halleck Creek rare earths project with up to ~3,050 meters of core drilling in 19 holes at the Cowboy State Mine area, aimed at future ore estimates plus environmental and hydrogeology work. Public Lands Wildfire Debate: Environmental groups are pushing back on a push by Sen. Mike Lee and others to rescind the Roadless Rule, arguing wildfire prevention shouldn’t be tied to loosening protections for millions of acres. Colorado River Tensions: With Upper and Lower Basin states deadlocked, Arizona faces potential federal cuts up to 77% if no deal is reached—while Wyoming is named among the Upper Basin states rejecting a Lower Basin proposal. Southeast Wyoming Fire Weather: The Cheyenne National Weather Service warns of critically high fire danger in parts of southeast Wyoming, with a modest cool down and scattered storms returning later. Wildlife & Habitat Updates: Wyoming Game and Fish reports bears are moving to lower elevations and roadsides as temperatures warm; WYDOT also reports delays on the Kemmerer South wildlife crossings project due to underpass box supplier issues. BLM Wild Horses: BLM Wyoming is seeking public comment on a preliminary plan to gather and remove about 1,800 excess wild horses in the Red Desert Complex, with comments due July 13. Roadless Rule & Permitting Politics: An op-ed argues permitting dysfunction may finally be easing, as lawmakers debate how to speed up approvals without undermining protections.
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