Utah Public Lands Sale Bill Sparks Outrage | JQJO

Senator Mike Lee's proposed legislation could lead to the sale of over 18 million acres of Utah's public land, including areas in popular ski resorts like Snowbird and Alta. The bill mandates the sale of 3 million acres from a pool of 258 million acres across 11 Western states over five years. This includes land used for hiking, grazing, and recreation. While the proposal initially included grazing lands, the Senate committee is reportedly revising the bill to protect grazing rights, but concerns remain about the impact on recreation and the environment. Opposition from various groups, including county commissioners and environmental organizations, has been significant.