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This settlement is a momentous step towards restoring the Gulf – bringing an unprecedented amount of funding dedicated to this iconic ecosystem.

The story of César Chávez and the United Farm Workers is an inspiration for people around the world who stand up for civil rights, for the health and safety of their people and for the environment within which they work and live.

Water is the lifeblood of our existence, economies and ecosystems world-wide. Yesterday, in observance of World Water Day, the White House in conjunction with several federal agencies including the Department of the Interior hosted its first water summit to raise awareness and seek action to combat drought and other water resource challenges. 

We will continue to challenge ourselves and other nations to make specific commitments to promote transparency, fight corruption, and empower citizen engagement.

Ever wonder how our public lands system became what it is today? Check out the legacies of eight presidents who made a big difference in American conservation.

Need a break from the snow and cold weather hitting much of the U.S.? You don’t need to leave the country to visit to a tropical getaway. Take the chill off of winter and escape to six of America’s beautiful (and warm) public lands. 

The Obama Administration has done more than any other to build a stronger and more prosperous Indian Country. While many challenges still exist, in 2016, the Administration will focus on institutionalizing the cross-agency cooperation necessary to create meaningful and lasting change to better honor our government-to-government relationships with tribal nations.