Land withdrawal for Yuma Proving Ground
What the bill does
This bill sets aside about 22,000 acres of public land in Arizona for the U.S. Army's Yuma Proving Ground. It stops new mining, mineral leasing, and other land claims on that land. The Army will use the land for military training and testing. Some activities like hunting and recreation can still happen if they don't interfere with the military.
The stakes
The bill affects how public land near Yuma, Arizona is used. It gives the military more control over the area, which could limit future mining or energy projects there.
How the chamber split
Vote totals will appear when a roll-call is available.
What each side says
- The bill ensures the military has the land it needs for training and testing, which supports national security.bill
- It allows some public uses like hunting and recreation to continue as long as they don't interfere with the military.bill
- The bill includes a utility corridor for power lines, which can help meet regional energy needs.bill
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Energy & Utilities money, split by party
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