Protecting Pastures: No Penalties for Livestock Grazing on Certain Federal Lands
This new bill aims to protect ranchers from penalties for livestock grazing on federal lands that were previously permitted but later prohibited. If no fence exists on such land, the livestock owner will not be penalized. Federal authorities will be responsible for the costs of constructing and maintaining fences on these lands, potentially easing financial burdens for ranchers.
Key points
Livestock owners will not be penalized for grazing on specific federal lands if no fence prevents such grazing.
Federal authorities will cover the costs of building and maintaining fences on these lands, reducing financial strain on ranchers.
The bill applies to lands where grazing was previously allowed but later prohibited, and which border private property.
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