Public lands.
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Overview
This joint resolution expresses California’s support for maintaining national public lands under the management of the U.S. government and federal agencies. It opposes any efforts that would reduce public access or control over these lands and urges California’s congressional delegation, the Governor, and the Attorney General to defend existing protections. The resolution highlights the importance of public lands for recreation, conservation, and economic benefits, as well as their cultural and environmental significance.
Key provisions
- Declares support for maintaining national public lands under federal stewardship.
- Opposes efforts to diminish public voice, access, and recourse in managing national public lands.
- Calls upon California’s congressional delegation, the Governor, and the Attorney General to defend public land protections.
- Recognizes the cultural and sacred significance of public lands to Native American tribes and local communities.
- Highlights the economic benefits of public lands, including tourism and job creation.
- References California’s commitment to protecting 30% of lands and waters by 2030.
- References the California Coastal Act of 1976.
- Expresses opposition to large-scale disposal or privatization of federal public lands.
Who is affected
- California residents
- Federal land management agencies
- Native American tribes
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