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<br />As the Nation's principal conservation agency, the Department of
<br />the Interior has responsibility for most of our nationally owned public
<br />lands and natural resources. This includes fostering the wisest use
<br />of our land and water resources, protecting our fish and wildlife,
<br />preserving the environmental and cultural values of our national
<br />parks and historical places, and providing for the enjoyment of life
<br />through outdoor recreation. The Department assesses our energy and
<br />mineral resources and works to assure that their development is in
<br />the best Interests of all our people. The Department also has a major
<br />responsibility for American Indian reservation communities and for
<br />. people who live in I sland Territories under U.S. administration.
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