From our colleagues at the National Wildlife Federation:
Removal of Public Lands Transfer Provision a Testament to Zinke, Public Input
Mary Jo Brooks May 21, 2025
DENVER — Congress’ decision to remove a problematic public-lands sell-off provision from the House reconciliation bill is a testament to the overwhelming public outcry and the leadership of Congressman Ryan Zinke (R-Mont.). The provision, added to the bill in a late-night maneuver, would have directed the Bureau of Land Management to sell or exchange hundreds of thousands of acres of public land in Nevada and Utah, and required the proceeds of any sale be deposited into the general treasury. This would have circumvented existing law that requires robust public participation in land management decisions, and would have diverted money away from acquiring new lands, securing public access, or improving habitat quality of public lands.
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