By Utah Valley Times |
Apr 30, 2024
The U.S House of Representatives passed the Western Economic Security Today (WEST) Act, a bill introduced by Representative John Curtis (UT-03), receiving bipartisan support. After the vote, Curtis emphasized the importance of protecting Utah's land, stating, "It is critical that Utah's land remains under the stewardship of those who have tended it for generations. The rule the BLM recently finalized undermines the very people who rely on our federal lands for ranching, grazing, recreation, and beyond."House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (AR-04)...