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Wyoming Public Lands: New Wilderness and Recreation Areas Established.

This act designates new wilderness areas in Wyoming, protecting valuable natural lands. Simultaneously, some previously protected areas will be reallocated for other uses, including motorized recreation and resource management. Citizens will gain new recreational opportunities but should also be aware of changes in access to certain areas.
Key points
Designation of five new wilderness areas, meaning greater protection for these lands and restrictions on their use.
Release of some former wilderness study areas, potentially opening them up for other uses like resource extraction (with limitations) or recreation.
Establishment of special management areas, including motorized recreation areas, impacting land accessibility for various activities.
Implementation of fire management, grazing, and travel management plans to ensure sustainable use and protection of the lands.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1472
Sponsor: Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large]
Process start date: 2025-02-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Wyoming Public Lands Initiative Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1472.

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 2025-02-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of five new wilderness areas, meaning greater protection for these lands and restrictions on their use.
  • Release of some former wilderness study areas, potentially opening them up for other uses like resource extraction (with limitations) or recreation.
  • Establishment of special management areas, including motorized recreation areas, impacting land accessibility for various activities.
  • Implementation of fire management, grazing, and travel management plans to ensure sustainable use and protection of the lands.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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.

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