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Open-ended extension of acting USBLM and USNPS chiefs draws legal scrutiny

Writer's picture: Dave Harmon, PW editorDave Harmon, PW editor

A new Interior Department move to leave controversial temporary leaders in place indefinitely may violate laws on filling vacancies, legal experts say, and skirts requirements for Senate confirmation.


In a statement provided to The Hill on Friday, Interior said leaders for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the National Park Service (NPS) will continue to serve in their roles pursuant to “updated succession orders.”


https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/501735-interior-move-keeping-controversial-acting-leaders-in-office-faces

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