S.211 - Resiliency for Ranching and Natural Conservation Health Act (119th Congress)
Summary
S.211, the "Resiliency for Ranching and Natural Conservation Health Act," aims to amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976. The bill focuses on improving the management of grazing permits and leases on federal lands. It allows for temporary use of vacant grazing allotments by existing permit holders during extreme natural events and disasters.
Expected Effects
The bill would provide ranchers with greater flexibility in managing their grazing operations during times of environmental stress. This flexibility could help to mitigate economic losses and maintain livestock production. The Act also directs the Secretaries of Agriculture and Interior to establish guidelines for implementing these temporary grazing arrangements.
Potential Benefits
- Provides ranchers with temporary access to vacant grazing allotments during extreme natural events or disasters.
- Helps ranchers maintain their livestock operations during challenging times.
- Encourages coordination between the Secretaries of Agriculture and Interior.
- Allows for temporary rangeland improvements on vacant allotments.
- Aims to expedite procedures for making vacant grazing allotments available.
Potential Disadvantages
- May lead to overuse of vacant grazing allotments if not properly managed.
- Could potentially create conflicts with existing land management plans or wildlife management.
- Requires the establishment of new guidelines, which could take time and resources.
- The temporary use may not fully address the long-term impacts of extreme events.
- Potential for ecological damage if temporary grazing is not carefully monitored and managed.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Property Clause (Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2) of the U.S. Constitution, which grants Congress the power to regulate federal lands. The Act does not appear to infringe on any specific individual rights or liberties protected by the Constitution or its amendments. The Act delegates authority to the Secretaries of Agriculture and Interior, which is a common practice and generally permissible under the Constitution.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).