“At a time when our nation is in need of greater government efficiencies and relief from duplicative, burdensome regulations, this legislation comes at an opportune time. H.R. 4234 takes important steps to improving the administration of federal lands by taking management decisions out of the courtroom and putting them back out on the ground where they belong,” said Richard Savage, Idaho Cattle Association President, of the legislation’s impact on cattle producers.

Along with addressing other concerns with the grazing permit process, if passed as currently proposed, this legislation would seek to extend livestock grazing permits from 10 to 20 years, allow crossing permits to be excluded from under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and require expired grazing permits to be renewed under existing terms and conditions until the renewal process is complete.

“Sound management of our rangelands has been hijacked by environmental extremists who care little for the actual conservation of the land but rather pursue an agenda of putting a halt to any sustainable use of our natural resources,” continued Savage. “ I applaud the efforts of Congressman Labrador to restore some common sense to government.”

The Idaho Cattle Association sincerely appreciates the work of Congressman Labrador, Congressman Simpson and their staff for their dedication and proactive approach taken to help preserve our nation’s cattle producing families and the environment these families are committed to protecting for generations to come.  

—Idaho Cattle Association press release