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Supreme Court Rejects Utah's Attempt to Gain Control Over Federal Lands

The Supreme Court declined Utah's lawsuit to take control of 18.5 million acres of public land from federal agencies.

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Updated: Jan 13th, 2025, 3:52 PM ET

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The Supreme Court has rejected Utah's lawsuit to gain control of over 18 million acres of public land, which constituted nearly half of federal land in the state. This marked a significant defeat for Utah's Republican officials who argued for state ownership to increase revenue and management control, as federal agencies oversee nearly 70% of the state’s land. Legal observers highlighted this decision as a reinforcement of federal authority over public lands, countering Utah's claims of unconstitutional land retention. The refusal to hear the case continues a century-long precedent in favor of federal land management.


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