Operational Flexibility Grazing Management Program Act

12/6/2024, 4:35 PM
Subcommittee Hearings Held
Bill 118 HR 9062, also known as the Operational Flexibility Grazing Management Program Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide greater flexibility to ranchers and land managers in managing grazing on public lands.

The bill aims to streamline the process for obtaining permits for grazing on public lands, making it easier for ranchers to access these resources. It also seeks to promote sustainable grazing practices by allowing for more flexibility in managing livestock and land.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for monitoring and evaluating the impact of grazing on public lands, ensuring that environmental concerns are taken into account. It also encourages collaboration between ranchers, land managers, and conservation groups to promote responsible grazing practices. Overall, the Operational Flexibility Grazing Management Program Act is designed to balance the needs of ranchers with the conservation of public lands, promoting sustainable grazing practices while also ensuring the long-term health of these valuable resources.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 9062

Introduced on
2024-07-18

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/18/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Subcommittee Hearings Held
Bill 118 HR 9062, also known as the Operational Flexibility Grazing Management Program Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide greater flexibility to ranchers and land managers in managing grazing on public lands.

The bill aims to streamline the process for obtaining permits for grazing on public lands, making it easier for ranchers to access these resources. It also seeks to promote sustainable grazing practices by allowing for more flexibility in managing livestock and land.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for monitoring and evaluating the impact of grazing on public lands, ensuring that environmental concerns are taken into account. It also encourages collaboration between ranchers, land managers, and conservation groups to promote responsible grazing practices. Overall, the Operational Flexibility Grazing Management Program Act is designed to balance the needs of ranchers with the conservation of public lands, promoting sustainable grazing practices while also ensuring the long-term health of these valuable resources.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo provide for the establishment of an Operational Flexibility Grazing Management Program on land managed by the Bureau of Land Management, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources

Comments

APPROVED
TP
Tiana Poole
@hardtack_tabasco_pepper_orange75192
This bill gonna mess with my land, can't believe they're passing it. #nothanks

APPROVED
CM
Callum McKenna
@kynross_dill_seed_passport81812
Not sure about this one. It will impact farmers.

Recent Activity

Latest Action11/19/2024
Subcommittee Hearings Held