Department of the Interior
Fish and Wildlife Service
AGENCY:
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service-DOI.
ACTION:
Notice of issuance of a Letter of Authorization to take marine mammals incidental to oil and gas industry activities.
SUMMARY:
In accordance with section 101(a)(5)(A) of the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972, as amended, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service implementing regulations [50 CFR 18.27(f)(3)], notice is hereby given that a Letter of Authorization to take polar bears incidental to oil and gas industry exploration activities has been issued to the following company:
50 CFR 18.27(f)(3)| Company | Activity | Location | Date issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phillips Alaska, Inc. | Exploration | Cronus #1 | February 8, 2001. |
CONTACT:
Mr. John W. Bridges at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Marine Mammals Management Office, 1011 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, Alaska 99503, (800) 362-5148 or (907) 786-3810.