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Streamlining Forest Land Planning: Fewer Environmental Consultations

This new law changes the rules for planning forest and rangeland areas, reducing the requirement for re-consultation on environmental matters. This means land management plans will not need to be re-evaluated even if new endangered species are listed or new information about environmental impacts emerges. While this could speed up land use decisions, it also raises questions about environmental protection.
Key points
Government agencies will not be required to re-consult on land management plans when new endangered species are listed or new information about their impact emerges.
These changes apply to both Forest Service land management plans and Bureau of Land Management land use plans.
The aim is to streamline planning processes, but it may affect how endangered species and their habitats are protected.
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Print number: 118_HR_200
Sponsor: Rep. Rosendale Sr., Matthew M. [R-MT-2]
Process start date: 2023-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FIR Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_200.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Government agencies will not be required to re-consult on land management plans when new endangered species are listed or new information about their impact emerges.
  • These changes apply to both Forest Service land management plans and Bureau of Land Management land use plans.
  • The aim is to streamline planning processes, but it may affect how endangered species and their habitats are protected.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Rosendale Sr., Matthew M. [R-MT-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 773.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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