Fossil Hunters Rejoice: Easier Permit Forms for Paleontologists
Published Date: 5/27/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Department of the Interior is updating the forms and reports needed to get permits for digging up fossils. This affects paleontologists and anyone wanting to explore or study ancient bones and plants on public lands. The changes aim to make the process easier and faster, with no extra costs, and they’re asking for public feedback before finalizing.
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Streamlined Fossil Permit Process
If you are a paleontologist or you want to dig up or study fossils (ancient bones and plants) on public lands, the Department of the Interior is revising the permit application forms and reports to make getting a permit easier and faster. The notice says these changes will not add any extra costs, and the agency is asking the public for feedback before finalizing the updates.
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