Faster Ranch Repairs: Less Red Tape for Federal Grazing Permits.
This law simplifies the process for ranchers holding federal grazing permits to perform minor infrastructure repairs, such as fences and water tanks, on federal lands. It introduces a rule where if a federal official does not respond to a minor repair notification within 30 days, the rancher can proceed with the work. The goal is to reduce bureaucracy and expedite the maintenance of essential grazing infrastructure.
Key points
Ranchers with federal grazing permits can perform minor repairs (fences, wells, water tanks) 30 days after notifying the agency, provided no objection is received (implied approval by silence).
Federal agencies (USFS and BLM) must respond to ranchers' requests for range improvements within a maximum of 30 days.
The introduction of 'silent approval' for minor repairs significantly speeds up the maintenance of infrastructure necessary for agricultural operations.
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