Dear Editor,
I’ve had the opportunity to live in communities across Montana. While each region of the state certainly has its own unique culture and character, one thing that strikes me is that regardless of our differences – Montanans truly value our public lands. You don’t have to take my word for it. A recent poll from the University of Montana’s Crown of the Continent and Greater Yellowstone Initiative shows 83% of Montana voters say federal public lands are a major benefit to our state’s economy. When you consider the fact that nearly 40 percent of the state is managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), we all should be aware of changes to how those lands are managed.
The BLM recently announced new rules to give conservation similar consideration on read more
