My request in this message is elegant and simple. The Department of Interior, Bureau of Land Management ceased publishing the information covering the litigation in which it is engaging. Both the litigation it initiates and the litigation which is brought against the Bureau of Land Management should be easily available to the public. Transparency is currently a victim of the management practices of the Bureau of Land Management. Proposed Action Congress directs the Department of Interior shall prominently display and provide open access to any and all litigation activities. Department of Interior make access to ongoing litigation easy and transparent for taxpayers. Transparency has long been a mandate for the executive branch of government. The Bureau of Land Management is directed to initiate Open Disclosure of Litigation. The Department of Interior (DOI) shall prominently display and provide open access to any and all litigation activities settlements into which the DIO or its agencies entered, and any attorney’s fees paid for ending litigation. None of the funds made available in this act, in this, past and future fiscal years may be reprogrammed without the advance approval of the House and Senate Committees on Appropriations in accordance with the with the reprogramming procedures contained in the report accompanying this Act. Government should be transparent. Transparency promotes accountability and provides information for citizens about what their Government is doing. Information maintained by the Federal Government is a national asset. My Administration will take appropriate action, consistent with law and policy, to disclose information rapidly in forms that the public can readily find and use. Executive departments and agencies should harness new technologies to put information about their operations and decisions online and readily available to the public. Executive departments and agencies should also solicit public feedback to identify information of greatest use to the public. Barak Obama 21 Jan 2009 In the Memorandum on Transparency and Open Government, issued on January 21, 2009, the President instructed the Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to issue an Open Government Directive. Responding to that instruction, this memorandum is intended to direct executive departments and agencies to take specific actions to implement the principles of transparency, participation, and collaboration set forth in the President’s Memorandum. This Directive was informed by recommendations from the Federal Chief Technology Officer, who solicited public comment through the White House Open Government Initiative. ALLOWING THE MISINFORMATION TO BE UNCHALLENGED ENABLES THE CRUELTY AND MISMANAGEMENT.

Request for Transparency in Litigation Information It is essential that information regarding litigation activities involving the Bureau of Land Management is easily accessible to the public. Currently, transparency is lacking in the management practices of the Bureau of Land Management, hindering accountability. Proposed Action We urge Congress to direct the Department of Interior to prominently display and provide open access to all ongoing litigation activities. The Department of Interior should ensure that taxpayers can easily access information regarding litigation initiated by or brought against the Bureau of Land Management. Transparency is a fundamental requirement for the executive branch of government, and it should be upheld in all aspects of its operations. Furthermore, the Bureau of Land Management is encouraged to initiate Open Disclosure of Litigation by making available details of settlements entered into by the Department of Interior or its agencies, including any attorney's fees paid. It is also important to ensure that funds allocated for this purpose in any fiscal year are not reprogrammed without the advance approval of relevant Congressional Committees. Government transparency is crucial for promoting accountability and providing citizens with important information about the actions of their government. The Federal Government holds valuable information that should be treated as a national asset. Embracing transparency will enhance public trust and engagement with government practices. As stated by former President Barack Obama on January 21, 2009, promoting transparency and open government is a key principle that should guide government operations. It is imperative that executive departments and agencies utilize new technologies to make information about their activities readily available to the public, while also seeking feedback to improve the usability of such information. Allowing misinformation to go unchallenged enables mismanagement and cruelty. Therefore, it is vital to ensure that accurate and timely information is made publicly available. By promoting transparency in litigation activities, we can uphold the principles of accountability and good governance.

The call for transparency and accountability within the Department of Interior, Bureau of Land Management is crucial to ensuring the public has access to information about ongoing litigation activities. Transparency is key to upholding trust in government actions and promoting accountability for taxpayer funds. It is imperative that the Department of Interior takes the necessary steps to provide open access to all litigation activities, settlements, and attorney's fees related to the Bureau of Land Management. This information should be readily available to the public as part of the department's commitment to transparency and compliance. In the spirit of promoting open government, it is essential for the Bureau of Land Management to initiate Open Disclosure of Litigation practices in order to maintain integrity and openness in its operations. By making this information easily accessible, the government can demonstrate its commitment to transparency and accountability. As highlighted in the memorandum on Transparency and Open Government issued on January 21, 2009, the importance of disclosing information rapidly and effectively cannot be understated. It is the responsibility of executive departments and agencies to harness new technologies and engage with the public to ensure that information is readily available and in a format that is easily understood. Allowing misinformation to go unchallenged only perpetuates cruelty and mismanagement. By adhering to the principles of transparency, participation, and collaboration, the government can work towards building a more accountable and trustworthy system for all citizens.

The call for transparency and open disclosure is imperative when it comes to government actions, especially involving litigation. The Bureau of Land Management must provide easy access to information regarding ongoing litigation activities, settlements, and attorney fees paid after resolving disputes. Transparency is essential for ensuring accountability and empowering citizens with the knowledge of what their government is engaged in. It is crucial for the Department of Interior to follow through on the mandate for transparency, as highlighted by past administrations. Allowing misinformation to go uncontested only perpetuates cruelty and mismanagement. By providing clear and accessible information on litigation activities, the government can foster public trust and engagement in the decision-making processes. The principles of transparency, participation, and collaboration should guide all governmental actions to ensure the well-being of our society.

I believe it is crucial that the public has easy access to information regarding ongoing litigation involving the Department of Interior and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). Transparency is an essential aspect of good governance, and it ensures that the actions and decisions of government agencies are held accountable. I propose that the Department of Interior should make all litigation activities, including settlements and attorney fees, readily available and prominently displayed for taxpayers to access. The BLM should initiate an Open Disclosure of Litigation to ensure transparency in its legal engagements. It is imperative that funds allocated for these purposes are not reprogrammed without prior approval from the appropriate committees in Congress, as outlined in the reprogramming procedures. As former President Barack Obama emphasized in his memorandum on Transparency and Open Government, information maintained by the Federal Government should be considered a national asset. It is essential for government agencies to utilize new technologies to make information about their operations readily available to the public and actively seek feedback on what information citizens find most useful. Allowing misinformation to go unchallenged only serves to perpetuate cruelty and mismanagement. Therefore, it is our responsibility to uphold transparency and ensure that the public has access to accurate and pertinent information about government activities.

The call for greater transparency within the Department of Interior, Bureau of Land Management is clear and critical. It is essential that both the initiated and challenged litigations are easily accessible to the public, promoting openness and accountability. Transparency has long been a cornerstone of government operations, ensuring that taxpayers are informed about the actions and decisions of their representatives. Proposed Action: - Congress should direct the Department of Interior to prominently display and provide open access to all litigation activities. - The Bureau of Land Management should initiate Open Disclosure of Litigation, including settlements and attorney's fees. - Restricting the reprogramming of funds without Congressional approval ensures financial transparency. As stated by former President Barack Obama, "Government should be transparent. Transparency promotes accountability and provides information for citizens about what their Government is doing." Embracing new technologies to make information readily available and seeking public feedback enhances government's responsiveness and fosters public trust. By challenging misinformation and enabling transparency, we can combat cruelty and mismanagement, fostering a more accountable and open government.