BYU Law Review: Transfer of Public Lands Act
A legal review by Brigham Young University of Utah's HB 148: The Transfer of Public Lands Act
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 moreSutherland'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.
Transfer of Public Lands Webinar
Recording of the Transfer of Public Lands Webinar on 4/24/14 with Representative Ken Ivory, Representative Keven Stratton, and Senator Jennifer Fielder.
Read moreOregon: 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.
Personal Stories: Adam Trupp
Personal stories from Adam Trupp, Utah Association of Counties, on federal mismanagement.
Read morePersonal Stories: Alan Gardner
Personal stories from Washington County Alan Gardner on federal mismanagement.
Read morePersonal Stories: Casey Hopes
Personal stories from Carbon County Commissioner Casey Hopes on federal mismanagement.
Read morePersonal Stories: Chad Winn
Personal stories from Juab County Commissioner Chad Winn on federal mismanagement.
Read morePersonal Stories: Claudia Jarrett
Personal stories from Sanpete County Commissioner Claudia Jarrett on federal mismanagement.
Read morePersonal Stories: David Miller
Personal Stories from Iron County Commissioner David Miller on federal mismanagement.
Read morePersonal Stories: Dirk Clayson
Personal stories from Kane County Commissioner Dirk Clayson on federal mismanagement.
Read morePersonal Stories: Kent Peatross
Personal Stories from Duchesne County Commissioner Kent Peatross on federal mismanagement.
Read morePersonal Stories: Mark Ward
Personal stories from Mark Ward, Utah Association of Counties, 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 moreTrib Talk: Does Public Land Transfer to Utah Pencil Out?
Debate hosted by The Salt Lake Tribune featuring SUWA Legal Counsel and UT Rep. Ken Ivory.
Read moreHas Something Like TPLA Been Done Before?
1828 Resolution: The western states simply had enough. They banded together and sent petition after petition, resolution after resolution, and delegation after delegation to Congress. They complained:
Read moreThis Nation Needs YOU!
Learn the basics of the Transfer of Public Lands and why our nation needs YOU
Read moreThe Basics of the Transfer of Public Lands
Learn the basics of the Transfer of Public Lands!
This presentation will help answer questions such as:
- Why transfer lands?
- Has this been done before?
- Can we afford to transfer the lands?
You will also learn what you can do to help American Lands Council move this important effort forward.
What Will Happen After the Utah TPLA Deadline?
Rep. Ivory explains how Utah plans to move forward with the Transfer of Public Lands.
This is an excerpt from The Count Seat. This and other complete episodes can be found at TheCountySeat.TV.
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.
Are you planning to sell all the public lands?
Kane County UT Commissioner Doug Heaton explains what will happen to public lands after they are transferred to the states.
Why the Difference?
Ken introduces the question "Why does the federal government control more than 50% of all the lands west of Colorado?"
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.
“Battling For, Not Against”
Kane County, Utah Commissioner Doug Heaton explains what the American Lands Council is all about
Read moreComplete Episode: The County Seat: TPLA, 2013
Complete Episode of The County Seat which aired in 2013
Read moreVideo: “Is a transfer of public lands possible?”
Ken Ivory explains that it's not only possible, its already been done!
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: “Sen. Murkowski: ‘We Need to Divest.'”
Sen. Murkowski (R-AK) states why the Federal Government needs to transfer lands to the states
Read moreThe Grasshopper and the Ant Explain Federalism
A perfect description of Federalism from Disney/Pixar's "A Bug's Life."
Read moreVideo: “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.
Video: “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
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
“The Promises are the Same”
The promises among states are all the same in regards to public lands. Feel free to use this presentation as you
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White Paper: “Constitutional Defense Council: A Case for Utah’s H.B. 148″
A legal overview of HB 148, the Transfer of Public Lands Act published by the Constitutional Defense
Read moreVideo: “Is TPLA Constitutional?”
Many question whether or not TPLA is constitutional. Find the answer here
Excerpts from Federalist Society White Paper – Relevant Supreme Court Cases
Supreme Court Cases relevant to TPL. Excerpt from Donald Kochan's White Paper on the Transfer of Public Lands
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Keys to Prosperity
Ken Ivory talks about property rights and prosperity in this short video.
