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To prohibit the implementation of the Rock Springs Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan.

2/4/2025, 9:03 AM

Summary of Bill HR 229

Bill 119 HR 229 aims to prevent the implementation of the Rock Springs Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan. This plan, which was put forth by the Bureau of Land Management, outlines how public lands in the Rock Springs Field Office area will be managed.

The bill seeks to halt the implementation of this plan, which has been met with opposition from various stakeholders. Proponents of the bill argue that the plan does not adequately consider the needs of local communities, wildlife, and the environment. They believe that the plan could have negative impacts on the region's economy and ecosystem.

If passed, Bill 119 HR 229 would effectively block the Rock Springs Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan from being put into action. This would give lawmakers more time to review and potentially revise the plan to better address the concerns of all stakeholders involved. Overall, the bill represents a pushback against a controversial land management plan and highlights the ongoing debate over how best to balance economic development with environmental conservation on public lands.

Congressional Summary of HR 229

This bill prohibits the Bureau of Land Management from implementing, administering, or enforcing the Rock Springs Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan, which was published on December 20, 2024. The plan includes guidance for managing public lands administered by the office and located in Lincoln, Sweetwater, Uinta, Sublette, and Fremont Counties in southwestern Wyoming.

Current Status of Bill HR 229

Bill HR 229 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 7, 2025. Bill HR 229 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 7, 2025.  Bill HR 229's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of January 7, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 229

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 229

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 229

To prohibit the implementation of the Rock Springs Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan.
To prohibit the implementation of the Rock Springs Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 229

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