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4E. Exerting State Influence on Endangered Species Act Issues Based on provisions defined in an MOU between the State of Wyoming and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) regarding endangered species, the state will influence and implement management strategies for those species having the greatest potential to affect energy development, conservation, economic health and historical use. Wyoming’s leadership will develop and implement sound species management strategies utilizing scientific data, species monitoring, and consultation with USFWS and other species experts. 4F. Regulatory Review and Recommendations for Flaring Wyoming will review its flaring rules and regulations to ensure that air emissions rules and monitoring/reporting processes are streamlined and coordinated. Opportunities for using excess gas for power generation, or in other ways, will be explored. 4G. Multi-State Cooperation This initiative will result in greater collaboration between Western and energy producing states in a coordinated approach to responsible energy development and infrastructure siting. Particular emphasis will be placed on coordinating with the Western Governors’ Association and the Council of State Governments. 4H. Agreement Status to Give Wyoming Regulatory Authority over Radioactive Materials Under this initiative the State of Wyoming will explore becoming an Agreement State under the Atomic Energy Act for licensing of source materials and their recovery. Agreement State status would allow the State of Wyoming regulatory authority over radioactive materials and could eliminate dual jurisdiction with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Wyoming’s Action Plan for Energy, Environment and Economy • 2013
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