States Authorized to Manage Livestock Grazing on Federal Lands.
This bill allows states to enter into agreements with federal agencies to take over the administration of livestock grazing management plans on public lands and National Forests. This shift means that decisions regarding grazing permits, including issuing 30-year leases, will be handled at the state level, providing greater long-term stability for ranchers. The legislation also streamlines environmental review processes for many land management activities, such as vegetation restoration and water infrastructure improvements.
Key points
States can assume control over federal grazing management, issuing 30-year permits, offering long-term certainty to livestock operators.
Many land management actions (e.g., water improvements, invasive species removal) will qualify for categorical exclusion from detailed federal environmental review (NEPA).
Disputes over grazing management will be resolved through state processes, and third parties challenging state decisions will face restrictions on recovering legal costs.
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