Trump cut two Utah national monuments by about 90 percent, opening lands to new uses after 60 days
The July 13 proclamations reduce Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante and say excluded federal lands will reopen to public-land disposition, mineral leasing and mining after a 60-day period, setting up agency, congressional and court responses. (sources: www.whitehouse.gov, Grist, www.washingtonpost.com)
The size of two national monuments in Utah was reduced by approximately 90 percent, opening the lands to potential new uses. This change has raised concerns among local tribes and conservation advocates.
- The reduction affects two national monuments in Utah.
- The size of the monuments was decreased by about 90 percent.
- Local public opinion generally favors the protection of these national monuments.
- The decision has implications for land use and tribal concerns.
Why it matters
The reduction of the national monuments may impact conservation efforts and land use in the region.
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