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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

Summary of Bill S 211

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.

Current Status of Bill S 211

Bill S 211 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 23, 2025. Bill S 211 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 23, 2025.  Bill S 211's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S336-337) as of January 23, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 211

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 S 211

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 211

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.
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.

Comments

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Wade Boyd

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10 months ago

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?