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In August of this year, the Department of Interior finalized protections for 28 million acres of D1 lands across Alaska, ensuring they will remain intact and healthy for the communities, businesses, Alaskans, and Tribes who use them for hunting, fishing, gathering, and more. More than half of Alaska’s 227 federally recognized Tribal governments, more than 120 businesses, and 145,000 Alaskans and Americans supported the decision. “The Department of Interior’s finalization of these protections is an enormous win for Alaska’s wild salmon, caribou, moose, and everyone who uses D1 lands for hunting, fishing, recreation, job creation, and the continuation of traditional ways of life,” SalmonState Public Lands and Waters Lead Rachel James said about the decision. In the coming year, we will continue to work with Tribes, businesses, and Alaskans to maintain access and use of these iconic lands and resources.