OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Public Lands in Public Hands Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7430.
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 2024-02-20.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Prohibition on selling publicly accessible federal lands: Citizens will maintain access to recreational areas like parks and trails.
- Protection of contiguous lands: Federal lands are protected from transfer if they border publicly accessible lands or those owned by state/local governments.
- Exceptions to the prohibition: Smaller parcels (under 300 acres or 5 acres with waterway access) and transfers under existing federal programs may still proceed.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Zinke, Ryan K. [R-MT-1].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.