Federal Land Ownership Robs Idaho of its Autonomy
By Commissioner Jim Chmelik
Idaho County, Idaho
Saying Idaho Deputy Attorney General Steve Strack has the final word on the legality of disposing public lands is like saying Stephen Douglas had the final words in his defense of slavery during his presidential debates against Abraham Lincoln.
Read moreFight is On: Utah Issues Dec. 31 Deadline to Feds
The fight over land ownership between states and the federal government in the US has been brewing for over a century now, as the feds own much of the land in this country. Originally, the feds took much land with the supposed intention of giving it back to the states, but they've failed to do that over the past 100 years. Now, Utah wants its land back, as the feds own about 65% of the state. They've given the feds until Dec 31 to give them back their land, and the feds show no interest in complying. Get the popcorn ready - it's time to fight over land rights in the US. The Resident discusses.
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Summary of Utah Economic Analysis Report
Summary of the Utah Economic Analysis on Public Lands released December 2014.
Read moreComplete Utah Economic Analysis, Dec. 2014
Complete report by Utah State University, University of Utah, and Weber State University proving that Utah CAN afford to manage it's own public lands.
Read moreComplete Public Land Management Report Tables - Intertech Research
Research conducted by Intertech Research for the Nevada Public Lands Task Force.
Intertech Public Land Management Report Tables: New Mexico
Research tables providing statistics on New Mexico's Public Lands revenue by Intertech Research.
Intertech Public Land Management Report Tables: Nevada
Research tables providing statistics on Nevada's Public Lands revenue by Intertech Research.
Read moreIntertech Public Land Management Report Tables: Utah
Research tables providing statistics on Utah's Public Lands revenue by Intertech Research.
Intertech Public Land Management Report Tables: Arizona
Research tables providing statistics on Arizona's Public Lands revenue by Intertech Research.
Intertech Public Land Management Report Tables: Idaho
Research tables providing statistics on Idaho's Public Lands revenue by Intertech Research.
Nevada Public Lands Task Force Report
Final report from the Nevada Public Lands Task Force.
Sutherland's Legal Review of UT's HB 148
Becky Ivory introduces Sutherland's Legal Review of UT's HB148, the Transfer of Public Lands Act. This paper was released on 12-5-13.
Senator Jim DeMint: The States Must Push Back
Former Senator Jim DeMint stands up for state's rights and encourages states to "push back" against federal encroachments.
Oregon: The Crisis of Budget Cuts
True stories from Cash Strapped counties in Oregon.
States of Dependence: Reducing Washington's Control of the Western U.S.
In the video below, Montana's own, Carl Graham, and Utah Representative Rob Bishop discuss the significance of this effort. Take in this informative discussion and be better prepared to talk about this with your friends and colleagues.
Montana county Survey Results
Senator Jennifer Fielder presents the findings of a county survey on public lands in accordance to Montana's SJ 15, Interim Study on Public Lands Management.
Personal Stories: Kent Peatross
Personal Stories from Duchesne County Commissioner Kent Peatross on federal mismanagement.
Read morePersonal Stories: Phil Lyman
Personal stories from San Juan County Commissioner Phil Lyman on federal mismanagement.
Read morePersonal Stories: Stan Summers
Personal Stories from Box Elder County Commissioner Stan Summers on federal mismanagement.
Read moreALC October 2014 Press Conference
American Lands Council Press Conference from the October 2014 multi state public lands conference.
Ken Ivory Discussing U of U Legal Analysis Whitepaper
Ken Ivory visiting with Rod Arquette about the White Paper entitled "A Legal Analysis of the Transfer of Public Lands Movement" by Robert Keiter and John Ruple. Ken discusses the failures in their paper and the reasons they have failed to see the big picture.
It's About National Prosperity!
Federalism is an often misunderstood term in our country, but it is vital to preserving the freedom of all men.
Read moreWere the Western States Offered Their Public Lands Before?
Many opponents of TPL say "the states were offered their lands before and turned them down. They can't get them back now." Many people have a similar question: were the states offered their lands before? Rep. Ken Ivory gives the complete answer in this video.
The Basics of Jurisdiction
A discussion of proper jurisdiction among State and Federal agencies on Wall Builders Live with David Barton, Rick Green, and Ken Ivory.
The Key to Success is Education
Like most things, the key to a successful transfer of public lands is educating our leaders and neighbors.
There is no Difference
Many ask why there is a difference between states east and west of Colorado. U.S. Senator Mike Lee and UT Representative Ken Ivory explain that there shouldn't be a difference because the Promises are the Same.
What is the Transfer of Public Lands Act
Ken Ivory explains Utah's House Bill 148, passed in 2012, The Transfer of Public Lands Act.
Can the States Manage the Public Land?
Alan Gardner and Ken Ivory explain why we can't afford not to manage the Public Lands.
A clip from The County Seat with Chad Booth, Rep. Ken Ivory, and Commissioner Alan Gardner. The complete episode can be found at TheCountySeat.TV.
Read more“Battling For, Not Against”
Kane County, Utah Commissioner Doug Heaton explains what the American Lands Council is all about
Read moreVideo: “Is a transfer of public lands possible?”
Ken Ivory explains that it's not only possible, its already been done!
Read moreVideo: “Why TPLA? It’s About State Sovereignty”
TPL is all about giving states claim to their Constitutionally given sovereignty.
Read moreVideo: “Myth: The States Didn’t Want the Land”
Dispelling the myth that the states didn't want to claim their lands back
Read moreVideo: “Why the Difference? The Promises are the Same”
There is an obvious difference between states east and west of Colorado. But, there shouldn't be because the Promises are the Same
Read moreVideo: “What are the Constitutional Issues involved with TPLA?”
An overview of the constitutional arguments for and against TPLA.
Read moreVideo: “Rep. Rob Bishop Explains How Lands are Crucial to Funding Education”
There is no doubt about it: state control of public lands is vital to education funding
Read moreVideo: “Sen. Murkowski: ‘We Need to Divest.'”
Sen. Murkowski (R-AK) states why the Federal Government needs to transfer lands to the states
Read moreVideo: “What Has Happened Since TPLA Was Signed Into Law?”
Alan Gardner and Ken Ivory give an update on the second anniversary of the signing of the Transfer of Public Lands Act.
Read moreWhat Will Happen to Public Lands After They are Transferred?
Ken Ivory and Alan Gardner explain what will happen to the lands once they are transferred to state control: Federal Public Lands become State Public Lands
Read moreThe Grasshopper and the Ant Explain Federalism
A perfect description of Federalism from Disney/Pixar's "A Bug's Life."
Read moreWhat is Sequestration?
Sequestration is a strange word. Find out what it really means!
Video: “What is One Benefit of Transferring Land to States?”
Sevier County UT Commissioner Gordon Topham illustrates one benefit of TPLA
Video: “How Big Is the Problem?”
The federal government is in serious financial trouble but how big is the problem?
Read moreWhat are the Biggest Myths about TPLA?
There are a lot of myths surrounding TPLA. Find the truth here.
What Would Happen to the Money if any lands are sold?
Ken Ivory explains what would happen to the money if any lands are sold through the Transfer of Public Lands Act.
Speech on Public Land Policies – UT Gov. George H. Dern, 1929
Former UT Governor Dern's Speech in reaction to the federal government offering only surface rights to western states
Read moreVideo: “What Does Local Control of Public Lands Look Like?”
How will state and local management be different from federal management? Commissioner Jim Matson of Kane
Why the Difference?
By looking at a map it is obvious that states east of Colorado are treated different than states west of Colorado. Why is this?
Video: “Why the Transfer of Public Lands is The Only Solution Big Enough”
See why the Transfer of Public Lands is The Only Solution Big Enough to fund education, protect our public lands, our
Excerpts from the 1832 Senate Committe Hearing on Granting Unreserved Public Lands to States
The desire for states to control their own public lands is not new. Check it out in these excerpts
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Document: “The Promises are the Same: Old West States vs. New West States Enabling Act Comparison”
A comparison of North Dakota's (5% federal lands) and Utah's (67% federal lands) Enabling Acts. (Hint: They are nearly identical)
Read moreVol 2: JURISDICTION OVER FEDERAL AREAS WITHIN THE STATES
Vol II JURISDICTION OVER FEDERAL AREAS WITHIN THE STATES REPORT OF THE INTERDEPARTMENTAL COMMITTEE FOR THE STUDY OF JURISDICTION OVER FEDERAL AREAS WITHIN THE
Read moreVol 1: JURISDICTION OVER FEDERAL AREAS WITHIN THE STATES
Vol 1 JURISDICTION OVER FEDERAL AREAS WITHIN THE STATES REPORT OF THE INTERDEPARTMENTAL COMMITTEE FOR THE STUDY OF JURISDICTION OVER FEDERAL AREAS WITHIN THE STATES
Article: “Feds Need to Let Up, and Give To Utah What is Utah’s” – Forbes
Article That Appeared in Forbes Magazine in August of 2013. Feds Need to Let Up, and Give To Utah What is Utah's
Read moreThomas Maddock 1931 Address to the Western Governors
Excerpts taken from the 1932 Congressional Hearings on Granting Remaining Unreserved Public Lands to the States
Read moreUS House Nat Resources – State vs. Federal Forests (Feb 2013)
This US Natural Resource Committee reports that state mgmt is far superior to the current failed federal policies
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1915 UT Senate Lands Resolution
"A Memorial asking for a More Liberal National Policy in the Disposition of the Public Domain and Urging that the Natural Resources of the State of Utah
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Western Growth Coalition: Letter to the Governor
Letter to the UT Governor issued by the Western Growth Coalition urging action toward the Transfer of Public
Read moreKeys to Prosperity
Ken Ivory talks about property rights and prosperity in this short video.
