Oversight Hearing: Promoting Conservation on Federal Lands
January 1, 2023
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The Frame
This hearing serves as a foundational discussion for potential future legislation regarding how the federal government manages, conserves, and grants access to public lands and forests across the United States.
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Federal Land Managers
These agencies are subject to the oversight and potential policy changes discussed by the Subcommittee.
Tribal Nations
Tribal representatives provided testimony regarding the management of natural resources on lands relevant to their communities.
State and Local Governments
State and county officials provided input on how federal land management policies impact local jurisdictions.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2023.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 10:15 a.m. in the Longworth House Office Building.
- The hearing was conducted by the Subcommittee on Federal Lands, part of the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources.
- The Subcommittee granted permission for Representatives Hageman, Hoyle, and Moore to participate in the hearing from the dais.
- Opening statements were limited to the Chairman (Tom Tiffany) and the Ranking Minority Member (Joe Neguse) per Committee Rule 4(f).
- Other members were permitted to submit opening statements for the official record.
- Witnesses included representatives from state government, local county government, academia, and tribal natural resource departments.
- A Deseret News article regarding the Ute Indian Tribe's opposition to a national monument designation was submitted for the record.
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Why It Matters
This hearing serves as a foundational discussion for potential future legislation regarding how the federal government manages, conserves, and grants access to public lands and forests across the United States.
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Discoveries
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Focus on 'Conservation with a Purpose'
The hearing title suggests a shift toward outcome-oriented conservation strategies on federal lands.
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