Lawsuit challenging approval of oil and gas leases in five western states.

WildEarth Guardians v. Haaland

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memorandum opinion

After Settlement Reached, Federal Court Granted Conservation Groups’ Requests for Dismissal of Challenges to Oil and Gas Leases in Western States

reply

WildEarth Guardians v. Haaland - reply

opposition

WildEarth Guardians v. Haaland - opposition

motion to dismiss

WildEarth Guardians v. Haaland - motion to dismiss

status report

WildEarth Guardians v. Haaland - status report

motion

WildEarth Guardians v. Haaland - motion

settlement agreement

WildEarth Guardians v. Haaland - settlement agreement

response

WildEarth Guardians v. Haaland - response

Plaintiffs Reported Agreement in Principle Regarding Settlement of Challenges to Oil and Gas Lease Sales in Western U.S.

BLM Sought Remand Without Vacatur of NEPA Documents in Western State Oil and Gas Leasing Challenges

order

Federal Court Approved Voluntary Remand of Decisions on Oil and Gas Leases for Additional NEPA Review

motion to intervene

WildEarth Guardians v. Haaland - motion to intervene

complaint

New Lawsuit Challenging Oil and Gas Leases in Western States Alleged “Fundamental Disconnect” Between Climate Crisis and Federal Leasing Program

Filing Year For Action

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WildEarth Guardians v. Haaland - motion to intervene

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