We examine how America’s Red Rock Wilderness Act defines the turf of Utah’s wilderness debate—literally on the ground, as well as politically—and how the bill sets the standard against which […]
Read MoreNot Helpful: Utah Delegation Introduces Facetious Legislation in the Face of Climate Crises
There is some entertainment value to Senator Romney and Representative Curtis introducing an Illinois wilderness bill to contrast the more serious proposal from Senator Durbin to protect federally-owned wild lands […]
Read MoreAmerica’s Red Rock Wilderness Act Reintroduced in the House!
Today, America’s Red Rock Wilderness Act was reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Rep. Alan Lowenthal (D-CA). That means both the House and Senate versions are officially on […]
Read MoreBureau of Land Management Moving Forward to Authorize Oil and Gas Drilling on Doorstep of Dinosaur National Monument
Bending over backwards to help company, agency sets ball in motion to allow drilling within ½ mile of national monument; within greater sage-grouse priority habitat and wilderness-caliber lands FOR IMMEDIATE […]
Read MoreSen. Durbin Reintroduces America’s Red Rock Wilderness Act!
Yesterday, Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) reintroduced America’s Red Rock Wilderness Act (S. 1535), the seminal legislation that would protect 8.4 million acres of wild public lands in Utah. This bill […]
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