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Protecting federal lands from mineral development in New Mexico.

This act aims to protect approximately 4,288 acres of federal land in New Mexico, managed by the Bureau of Land Management, from all forms of mineral development. This means these areas will be withdrawn from mineral exploration and extraction, potentially impacting the local environment and natural resource availability. Citizens may experience effects on the local economy and the state of the natural environment.
Key points
Withdrawal of approximately 4,288 acres of federal land in New Mexico from mineral development, protecting these areas from destruction.
Possibility of conveying the surface estate of these lands, with the reservation that mineral rights remain with the U.S. government.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2893
Sponsor: Rep. Stansbury, Melanie A. [D-NM-1]
Process start date: 2025-04-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Buffalo Tract Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2893.

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 2025-04-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Withdrawal of approximately 4,288 acres of federal land in New Mexico from mineral development, protecting these areas from destruction.
  • Possibility of conveying the surface estate of these lands, with the reservation that mineral rights remain with the U.S. government.
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. Stansbury, Melanie A. [D-NM-1].

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.

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Environment Real Estate