A bill to amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to improve the management of grazing permits and leases, and for other purposes.

1/24/2025, 4:36 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S336-337)
Bill 119 s 211, also known as the Grazing Improvement Act, aims to make changes to the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 in order to enhance the management of grazing permits and leases on federal lands. The bill seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of grazing management by streamlining the permitting process, increasing flexibility for permit holders, and promoting sustainable grazing practices.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a pilot program to test new grazing management techniques and technologies. This program will allow for the implementation of innovative approaches to grazing that can improve rangeland health and productivity. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase collaboration between federal land management agencies, permit holders, and other stakeholders in order to develop more effective grazing management plans.

Furthermore, the bill aims to address issues related to permit renewal and transfer, ensuring that permit holders have greater certainty and flexibility in managing their grazing operations. The bill also includes provisions to improve monitoring and enforcement of grazing regulations, in order to ensure compliance with environmental standards and promote sustainable land use practices. Overall, Bill 119 s 211 seeks to modernize and improve the management of grazing permits and leases on federal lands, with the goal of promoting sustainable grazing practices and enhancing the health and productivity of rangelands.
Congress
119

Number
S - 211

Introduced on
2025-01-23

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S336-337)
Bill 119 s 211, also known as the Grazing Improvement Act, aims to make changes to the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 in order to enhance the management of grazing permits and leases on federal lands. The bill seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of grazing management by streamlining the permitting process, increasing flexibility for permit holders, and promoting sustainable grazing practices.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a pilot program to test new grazing management techniques and technologies. This program will allow for the implementation of innovative approaches to grazing that can improve rangeland health and productivity. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase collaboration between federal land management agencies, permit holders, and other stakeholders in order to develop more effective grazing management plans.

Furthermore, the bill aims to address issues related to permit renewal and transfer, ensuring that permit holders have greater certainty and flexibility in managing their grazing operations. The bill also includes provisions to improve monitoring and enforcement of grazing regulations, in order to ensure compliance with environmental standards and promote sustainable land use practices. Overall, Bill 119 s 211 seeks to modernize and improve the management of grazing permits and leases on federal lands, with the goal of promoting sustainable grazing practices and enhancing the health and productivity of rangelands.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to improve the management of grazing permits and leases, and for other purposes.

Comments

APPROVED
WB
Wade Boyd
@white_radish_jujube_speyburn98897
I fully support this bill and its efforts to improve the management of grazing permits and leases. How will this impact the environment in the long run?

Recent Activity

Latest Action1/23/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S336-337)