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ICL Legislative Update: The end is here!

Note: This REALLY IS the last Legislative Update of the session. To receive a full end of session report, Join ICL, and you’ll receive the Special Sine Die Update right …

“Mine, All Mine” – Trump Administration Goes All-In on Mining

Trump’s recent executive order directs land management agencies to prioritize mining over all other public uses and could have significant negative consequences for Idaho’s clean air, clean water, and treasured …

Stibnite Gold Mine water quality permit sent back to the drawing board in response to conservation groups’ appeal

For Immediate Release: Monday, March 31, 2025 Contacts:  Will Tiedemann, Conservation Associate, Idaho Conservation League, (208) 345-6933 x 213 Sydney Anderson, Mining & Policy Manager, Idaho Rivers United, (208) 343-7481 …

Idaho Conservation League, Environment America reach agreement with P4 Production to improve air emission reporting

For immediate release: Tuesday, March 25, 2025  Contacts:  Will Tiedemann, Idaho Conservation Lg., 208-286-4445, wtiedemann@idahoconservation.org Steve Blackledge, Environment America, 916-952-3224, sblackledge@environmentamerica.org Bryan Hurlbutt, Advocates for the West, 208-730-6961, bhurlbutt@advocateswest.org  Josh …

Idaho Conservation League Responds to Trump Executive Order on Mineral Production

Idaho Conservation League Responds to Trump Executive Order on Mineral Production The administration’s all-out push for minerals will have significant negative consequences for our clean air, clean water, and treasured …

Mine exploration project approved in Boise River headwaters without recommended protections

For Immediate Release: Thursday, March 20, 2025 Contacts:   John Robison, Public Lands Director, Idaho Conservation League, (208) 345-6933 x 213 Abby Urbanek, Communications & Marketing Manager, Idaho Conservation League, (208) …

ICL Legislative Update: Rounding the final bend, with lots on the menu?

Two words describe the statehouse: Action Packed. The Governor is signing bills into law, dozens of new bills are still being introduced, JFAC (the budget committee) continues to teeter as …

Trump Orders Hundreds of “Energy Emergency” Permit Reviews for Projects that Could Damage Wetlands and Waterways

Trump Orders Hundreds of “Energy Emergency” Permit Reviews for Projects that Could Damage Wetlands and Waterways  Following “Emergency” Order, Feds Mark More than 600 Permit Applications for Fast-Track Review, Including …

Lawsuit Challenges Massive Idaho Gold Mine Threatening Wildlife, Public Health

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 Contacts:  John Robison, Public Lands & Wildlife Director, Idaho Conservation League, (208) 345-6933 x 213 Nick Kunath, Conservation Director, Idaho Rivers United, (208) …

British Columbia’s Coal Mine Pollution is Set to be Addressed on the International Stage—Here’s how YOU can Help our Water, Fisheries, and People!

Many people love visiting the Fernie, British Columbia area to enjoy spectacular Rocky Mountain landscapes while hiking, skiing and mountain biking. It’s quite possible to visit the area without confronting …