H.R. 6300: Grasslands Grazing Act of 2025

This bill, known as the Grasslands Grazing Act of 2025, proposes an amendment to the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976. The main objective of the amendment is to ensure that ranchers who have grazing agreements on national grasslands are treated the same as those who hold permits for other types of federal lands.

Key Provisions

• Eligibility for Grazing Leases: The bill changes the language in Section 402(a) of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act to explicitly include "National Forest System land" instead of excluding "lands within National Forests." This aims to clarify that national grasslands are eligible for grazing permits in accordance with the same standards that apply to federal lands more generally.
• Protection of Existing Rights: The amendment specifies that the changes do not affect the existing rights and provisions related to national grasslands under other relevant laws, ensuring that established regulations and rights are preserved.

Background

The Federal Land Policy and Management Act governs how federal lands are managed, including rules surrounding grazing. This Act has historically treated grazing on national grasslands differently than grazing on other federal lands, which has raised concerns among ranchers who rely on these lands for their operations.

Impact on Ranchers

By standardizing the treatment of grazing rights across different federal lands, the bill aims to create a more equitable situation for ranchers operating on national grasslands. This could potentially provide ranchers with improved access to grazing leases and a more consistent regulatory environment.

Legislative Process

The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Ms. Hageman on November 25, 2025. It has been referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and the Committee on Agriculture for further consideration.

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