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HR 8686 · 119th CongressIntroduced

Land withdrawal for Yuma Proving Ground

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Summary

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.

Why it matters

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.

The vote

How the chamber split

Vote totals will appear when a roll-call is available.

The debate

What each side says

Supporters
  • 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
Critics
  • The withdrawal blocks new mining and energy development on the land, which could hurt local jobs and resource production.bill
  • The land is set aside indefinitely, giving the military permanent control without a clear end date.bill

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Money lens

Energy & Utilities money, split by party

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