Bill > HR2238

This bill, known as the "Ranching Without Red Tape Act of 2025," aims to streamline the process for grazing permit holders to make minor range improvements on federal lands managed by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). Under the new regulations, permit holders would be able to carry out minor improvements like fence repairs, well maintenance, water pipeline work, and stock tank updates after providing a 30-day notice to the district ranger or field manager. If the local manager does not respond or approves the improvement, the permit holder can proceed. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of Agriculture (for USFS lands) and the Secretary of the Interior (for BLM lands) to respond to range improvement requests within 30 days. If the Secretary agrees to make the improvement, they must notify the local office and expedite the work using available administrative tools. The bill applies to grazing permits as defined in federal regulations and is designed to reduce bureaucratic delays in maintaining and improving grazing lands, ultimately supporting ranchers and land management efficiency.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2238/all-info