Large parts of federal land in Colorado would get stronger protection from new roads, mining, and drilling. Some oil and gas leaseholders in the Thompson Divide could get credits if they give up their leases. Curecanti would become a National Park System recreation area.
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Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Latest action on H.R. 1728: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people and businesses that use or depend on federal land in Colorado. That includes outdoor recreation users, nearby towns, ranchers, energy and mining companies, tribes, water managers, and federal land agencies. It could change where development can happen, how recreation is managed, and how some existing leases and grazing permits are handled.
Why this matters: This bill matters because it would decide what can happen on large areas of public land in Colorado for years to come. Some places would be set aside mainly for habitat, water, and outdoor recreation. Other uses, like new drilling, mining, new roads, and some motorized access, would face strong limits. The bill also tries to avoid some conflicts by protecting existing grazing, water rights, tribal uses, wildlife authority, and certain recreation traditions.
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Officially: Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy Act
Large parts of federal land in Colorado would get stronger protection from new roads, mining, and drilling. Some oil and gas leaseholders in the Thompson Divide could get credits if they give up their leases. Curecanti would become a National Park System recreation area.
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Where it stands
Sitting in House Committee
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. (2/27/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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