I am writing to express my urgent concern regarding the grazing surcharge fees set by the Bureau of Land Management on our public lands. In many cases the cattle on public lands are NOT OWNED BY the person holding the grazing rights permit. Cattle owned by foreign based corporations often utilize this loophole to PROFIT from American Public Lands. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) imposes a surcharge to grazing permit bills for authorized grazing of livestock that are owned by people other than the permittee or lessee. The surcharge varies by state and is 35% of the difference between the grazing fee and the private grazing land lease rate for the state in the previous year. The National Agricultural Statistics Service determines the private grazing land lease rate for each state. The is to request Congressionally Directed Spending language regarding grazing be added to the 2025 Budget Allocation for the Department of Budget. Public lands grazing is a long-standing practice in the West, but it's important to ensure it's done fairly and sustainably. Overgrazing by cattle has damaged ecosystems and turned public lands into barren areas. Proposed Action • The Bureau of Land Management must be directed to increase on the surcharge in accordance with 43 CFR 4130.8-1(f) for 2025 and future leasing of public lands. • This increase should result in the cost to foreign entities using American Public Lands to be equivalent to the private lands grazing rate as determined by the National Agricultural Statistics Service for any year beginning in 2025. • None of the funds made available in this act, in this, past and future fiscal years may be reprogrammed without the advance approval of the House and Senate Committees on Appropriations in accordance with the reprogramming procedures contained in the report accompanying this Act. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) manages around 18,000 grazing leases and permits across 155 million acres of public land in 13 states. This area is roughly the size of Oregon and California combined. While the BLM doesn't release an official head count, some advocacy groups and researchers estimate that the permits allow for about 1.5 million cattle to graze ALLOWING THE MISINFORMATION FROM THE BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT TO BE UNCHALLENGED ENABLES REPEATING THE SAME MISTAKES.

I am reaching out to express my pressing concern regarding the grazing surcharge fees imposed by the Bureau of Land Management on our public lands. The issue at hand is that the cattle grazing on public lands often do not belong to the permit holder, and this loophole is frequently exploited by foreign corporations to profit from American public lands. It is essential for us to address this disparity and ensure fairness in the use of public lands for grazing purposes. Therefore, I am advocating for the inclusion of Congressionally Directed Spending language pertaining to grazing in the 2025 Budget Allocation for the Department of Budget. It is crucial that public lands grazing is conducted in a sustainable and equitable manner, considering the long-lasting impacts on our ecosystems. Proposed Actions: - The Bureau of Land Management should be mandated to increase the surcharge as outlined in 43 CFR 4130.8-1(f) for the year 2025 and beyond, aligning the cost for foreign entities using American public lands with the private lands grazing rate established by the National Agricultural Statistics Service. - Any reprogramming of funds in relation to public lands grazing should require prior approval from the House and Senate Committees on Appropriations to ensure transparency and accountability. The Bureau of Land Management manages a substantial number of grazing permits across a vast expanse of public land. It is crucial that we address these issues to prevent further ecosystem degradation and habitat destruction caused by overgrazing. Ignoring the misinformation perpetuated by the Bureau of Land Management only perpetuates the same mistakes and undermines the integrity of our public lands. Let us work together to advocate for fair and sustainable management of grazing on public lands.

I am reaching out to address a pressing issue concerning the grazing surcharge fees that have been implemented by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on our public lands. It has come to my attention that there is a significant discrepancy in the ownership of the cattle grazing on public lands, with many not being owned by the permit holders themselves. This loophole is being exploited by foreign-based corporations to profit from American public lands at the expense of our resources and ecosystems. I urge for urgent action to be taken to rectify this situation. It is crucial that Congress includes specific language in the 2025 Budget Allocation for the Department of Budget that addresses the issue of grazing on public lands. Public lands grazing is a long-established practice, but it must be conducted fairly, sustainably, and in the best interest of our environment. To ensure accountability and fairness, I propose the following actions: - The BLM must be mandated to increase the surcharge imposed on grazing permits as outlined in 43 CFR 4130.8-1(f) for 2025 and all future leasing of public lands. - This increase should align the costs for foreign entities using American public lands with the private lands grazing rates determined by the National Agricultural Statistics Service starting from 2025. - Any allocation of funds under this act, in both past and future fiscal years, should not be subject to reprogramming without prior approval from the House and Senate Committees on Appropriations. The BLM oversees a vast expanse of public lands, managing numerous grazing leases and permits that cover millions of acres across multiple states. It is imperative that we address the misuse and mismanagement of these lands to prevent further damage to our ecosystems and natural resources. Failing to challenge the inaccuracies and oversights of the BLM will only perpetuate the detrimental impacts caused by unchecked grazing practices. Let us work together to ensure the responsible and sustainable use of our public lands for the benefit of all.

I am reaching out to address the concerning grazing surcharge fees imposed by the Bureau of Land Management on public lands, specifically in relation to cattle ownership on these lands. It has come to my attention that foreign-based corporations are taking advantage of a loophole, allowing them to profit from American public lands through grazing permits held by others. This practice must be reevaluated to ensure fairness and sustainability in public lands management. I urge for immediate action to be taken by including Congressionally Directed Spending language in the 2025 Budget Allocation for the Department of Budget regarding public lands grazing. Overgrazing by cattle has already caused significant ecological damage, turning once fertile areas into barren landscapes. It is crucial that steps are taken to address this issue and prevent further environmental harm. Proposed Actions: - The Bureau of Land Management should be directed to increase the surcharge in accordance with regulations for future leasing of public lands. - Foreign entities utilizing American public lands for grazing should be required to pay fees equivalent to the private lands grazing rate set by the National Agricultural Statistics Service. - Strict oversight and control must be implemented, ensuring that funds allocated for public lands are not reprogrammed without the explicit approval of the House and Senate Committees on Appropriations. The Bureau of Land Management manages a vast area of public land across multiple states, and it is essential that this management is done responsibly and transparently to protect our natural resources. Failure to challenge the misinformation and inconsistencies in current grazing practices may lead to repeating detrimental mistakes of the past. Let us work together to enact positive change and promote the sustainable use of public lands for the benefit of all.

I am reaching out to raise a pressing concern regarding the grazing surcharge fees implemented by the Bureau of Land Management on our public lands. It has come to my attention that in various instances, the cattle present on public lands are not owned by the individuals holding the grazing rights permit. This loophole is often exploited by foreign-based corporations to profit from the use of American Public Lands. The Bureau of Land Management enforces a surcharge on grazing permit bills for authorized grazing of livestock owned by individuals other than the permit holder. This surcharge is calculated at 35% of the difference between the grazing fee and the private grazing land lease rate for the state in the preceding year as determined by the National Agricultural Statistics Service. Therefore, to address these concerns effectively, I urge that Congress include language for Directing Spending related to grazing in the 2025 Budget Allocation for the Department of Budget. Public lands grazing is a historic tradition in the West, and it is imperative to ensure that it is conducted fairly and sustainably. The proposed actions are as follows: - The Bureau of Land Management must be instructed to increase the surcharge as per 43 CFR 4130.8-1(f) for 2025 and all future public land leasing. - This increment should align the cost for utilizing American Public Lands by foreign entities with the private land grazing rates determined by the National Agricultural Statistics Service starting from the year 2025. - No funds within this act, for current or future fiscal years, should be reallocated without prior approval from the House and Senate Committees on Appropriations as per the reprogramming procedures outlined in the accompanying Act report. The Bureau of Land Management oversees approximately 18,000 grazing leases and permits across 155 million acres of public land in 13 states, an area approximately the size of Oregon and California combined. Though an official headcount is unavailable from the BLM, estimates suggest that around 1.5 million cattle are permitted to graze. Failing to challenge the misinformation propagated by the Bureau of Land Management will only perpetuate the same ecologically damaging practices. Let us collectively strive for sustainable and equitable management of our public lands.

I am reaching out to raise a pressing issue concerning the grazing surcharge fees implemented by the Bureau of Land Management on our public lands. It has come to my attention that in numerous cases, the cattle present on these public lands are not actually owned by the individuals who hold the grazing rights permit. Foreign-based corporations often exploit this loophole to profit from American public lands. The Bureau of Land Management enforces a surcharge on grazing permit bills for the authorized grazing of livestock that are owned by entities other than the permittee or lessee. The surcharge rate varies by state and typically amounts to 35% of the variance between the grazing fee and the previous year's private grazing land lease rate as determined by the National Agricultural Statistics Service for each state. In light of these concerns, I am advocating for the inclusion of Congressionally Directed Spending language focusing on grazing in the 2025 Budget Allocation for the Department of the Interior. It is imperative that public lands grazing is conducted equitably and sustainably to prevent the detriment caused by overgrazing, which has severely impacted ecosystems and transformed vast public lands into desolate areas. Outlined below are the proposed actions for remedying this issue: - Direct the Bureau of Land Management to escalate the surcharge as per 43 CFR 4130.8-1(f) for the upcoming year and all subsequent public land leases. - Ensure that this increased surcharge aligns the expenses for foreign entities using American public lands with the private lands grazing rates determined by the National Agricultural Statistics Service starting from 2025 onwards. - Imposing restrictions on the reprogramming of funds without prior approval from the House and Senate Committees on Appropriations. The Bureau of Land Management supervises approximately 18,000 grazing leases and permits encompassing 155 million acres of public land distributed across 13 states, an area roughly equivalent to the combined size of Oregon and California. While an exact count is unavailable, estimates suggest that these permits allow for around 1.5 million cattle to freely graze. Allowing the misinformation propagated by the Bureau of Land Management to go unchallenged only perpetuates and replicates the same harmful practices. Let us work together to implement measures that promote responsible and equitable use of our invaluable public lands.