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THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 2002

President Bush will propose a "net increase" in the Department of Interior's conservation budget but the hike will come as a result of shifting or refocusing other funds, said a department official.

Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget Lynn Scarlett said the increase will include $100 in land conservation programs. The program will provide grants to private landowners, local governments and tribes, she said.

Bush will release his fiscal year 2003 budget next Monday.

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Bush administration seeking $100 million for new conservation program (AP 1/30)