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HR 229

CONGRATS-CCC SGA GRADS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mike Crawford and 6 co-sponsors

HR 229 prohibits the Bureau of Land Management from enforcing a land management plan in the Rock Springs area, impacting local communities and resource users.

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Theresa Mah
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Bill Summary · HR 229

Summary of HR 229

Bill Number: HR 229
Title: To prohibit the implementation of the Rock Springs Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan
Status: Introduced in House
Introduced Date: January 07, 2025
Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of HR 229 is to prevent the implementation, administration, or enforcement of the Rock Springs Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan. This plan was published by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in December 2024 and outlines management strategies for public lands within the Rock Springs Field Office area.

Key Provisions

  • Prohibition on Implementation: The bill explicitly states that the Secretary of the Interior is barred from implementing, administering, or enforcing the aforementioned Record of Decision and Resource Management Plan.

Affected Parties

  • Bureau of Land Management (BLM): As the agency responsible for the management of public lands, the BLM would be directly impacted by this bill, as it would halt any actions related to the approved management plan.

  • Local Communities and Stakeholders: The prohibition may affect local communities, land users, and stakeholders who rely on the management strategies outlined in the plan for activities such as recreation, resource extraction, and conservation.

Legislative Actions

  • January 07, 2025: The bill was introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources for further consideration.

Conclusion

HR 229 seeks to halt the implementation of a specific land management plan by the BLM, reflecting ongoing debates over land use and resource management in the Rock Springs area. The bill's introduction marks a significant step in legislative efforts to influence federal land management policies. Further actions by the House Committee on Natural Resources will determine the bill's progression and potential impact on land management practices in the region.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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