Grand Canyon Bison Management Act

Bill 114 s 782, also known as the Grand Canyon Bison Management Act, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the issue of bison management in and around the Grand Canyon National Park. The bill was sponsored by Senator Kyrsten Sinema from Arizona.

The main purpose of the bill is to establish a collaborative management plan for the bison population in the Grand Canyon area. This plan would involve the coordination of federal, state, tribal, and local stakeholders to develop strategies for managing the bison population in a way that is both sustainable and respectful of the natural environment.

The bill also includes provisions for conducting research on the bison population in the Grand Canyon area, including studies on their habitat, behavior, and impact on the ecosystem. This research would help inform the management plan and ensure that decisions are based on scientific evidence. Additionally, the bill includes funding provisions to support the implementation of the management plan and research efforts. This funding would be allocated to federal agencies, such as the National Park Service and the US Geological Survey, as well as to state and tribal governments involved in the collaborative management process. Overall, the Grand Canyon Bison Management Act aims to address the complex issue of bison management in the Grand Canyon area through a collaborative and science-based approach. By bringing together stakeholders from various levels of government and conducting research on the bison population, the bill seeks to ensure that the bison population is managed in a way that is sustainable and in harmony with the natural environment.