Biden Administration Releases Report for Western Arctic 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
Date: 1/16/2025 
Contact: Anja Semanco | anja@alaskawild.org | 724-967-2777 

Biden Administration Releases Report for Western Arctic 

Washington, D.C. — The Department of the Interior today released its report in response to the 2024 Request for Information on whether to expand existing Special Areas or establish new ones in the Western Arctic.  

Kristen Miller, Executive Director of Alaska Wilderness League, issued the following statement: 

“Today’s Western Arctic action is yet another step toward protecting one of the world’s most critical ecosystems and honoring the Alaska Native communities who have stewarded this land for generations. By integrating Indigenous knowledge with the best available science, the Biden administration has outlined a path forward for collaborative management of our public lands. This action reflects a commitment to prioritizing people, wildlife, and the climate over corporate profits, solidifying President Biden’s Arctic legacy. With an incoming administration focused on extractive policies, this direction is a vital foundation for the fight to preserve this irreplaceable region. The Western Arctic is a place worth fighting for, and we will do everything in our power to ensure protections remain intact for generations to come.” 

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