Mead said in a media release that publishing the rule is “an important step” for Wyoming.
“I am encouraged, but there are still several more steps to go,”he said.
Wyoming’s congressional delegation also lauded Fish and Wildlife’s action, saying it will benefit hunters, ranchers — and even wolf lovers, as Wyoming would agree to sustain higher wolf populations than it previously wanted.
“This proposal gives everyone something to like,” U.S. Sen. Mike Enzi, R-Wyo., said in a media release.
Several conservation groups have spoken out against the wolf management plan currently under consideration, saying it’s based on politics instead of science and will likely result in the deaths of hundreds of wolves.
Chance to comment
Fish and Wildlife will now solicit public comment about the proposed rule, as well as the post-delisting monitoring and management framework.
Comments may be submitted by mail or online through Jan. 13.
Read more:
http://trib.com/news/state-and-regio...#ixzz1iqxA8tU6
http://www.federalregister.gov/artic...om-the-federal
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