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Washington, D.C. – Alaskan Congressman Don Young praised the Department of Interior’s decision today to maintain the final 4(d) special rule for polar bears, which states that the listing of the polar bear as a “threatened” species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) should not be used to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from lawful activities, such as the construction of a new factory or road... Read more »

Washington, D.C. – Alaskan Congressman Don Young released the following statement today regarding the latest attack on America’s ability to be energy independent: “Yet another disappointing decision as led by the extreme environmental groups looking to exploit the Alaskan people for their own gain, said Rep. Young. “These oil leases, which follow the strictest of environmental regulations, provide... Read more »