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 moreFederal 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 moreMy View: Public Lands in the East and West - Why the Difference?
By Ken Ivory
You have likely seen the red and white map - the federal government controls more than 50 percent of all land in the western states, but less than 5 percent of lands in states east of Colorado. Why the difference?
Several have asserted it is because western lands are arid; therefore, the federal government keeps them forever. Oregon, Washington, and Alaska are the states with the most precipitation, and yet they have 53 percent, 45 percent, and 62 percent federally controlled lands respectively. So much for "arid."
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.
Read moreFight Is ON: Utah Issues Dec 31 Deadline to Feds Over Lands
The national government of Canada is cooperating in good faith and has transferred lands, water and resources to its provinces and territories -- but NOT the United States. With all that's going on in the world and the economy, shouldn't the federal government focus on doing well those things that only it can do -- like world peace and a sound monetary system? Why won't the federal government honor the very same statehood terms to Utah and the Western states to transfer the public lands that it already honored with all States east of Colorado so that these lands can be managed by those whose lives and livelihoods most depend upon the wise stewardship of the lands?
Word of our federal government's blatantly unequal, discriminatory treatment of the western states is getting out internationally. Watch and share this RT News Report and, if you are ready to take a stand, Sign & Share this Petition.
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 moreStates 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.
ALC 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.
There’s a Problem. What are YOU Going to Do About It?
The only ones who want to keep the failed public lands policies are those who want to increase federal control over our lands. This failed federal lands policy is “killing Western communities, draining education resources, closing off recreation & grazing access, and burning up our forests.”
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 Only Solution Big Enough
New to the Transfer of Public Lands? Learn the basics with this video.
Transfer of Public Lands Presentation, Part 1
A complete overview of the Transfer of Public Lands Movement by Ken Ivory.
Read moreTransfer of Public Lands Presentation, Part 2
A complete overview of the Transfer of Public Lands Movement by Ken Ivory.
Read moreTransfer of Public Lands Presentation, Part 3
A Complete overview of the Transfer of Public Lands Movement given by Ken Ivory.
Read moreTransfer of Public Lands Presentation, Part 4
A complete overview of the Transfer of Public Lands Movement by Ken Ivory in Scottsdale, Arizona, May 2014.
Read moreRepercussions of Federal Land Management
What results are we seeing from current federal land management? Not very positive ones. Learn more by watching this video. This is a clip from The County Seat. Find the entire episode, along with additional episodes, at TheCountySeat.TV.
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.
History of the Public Lands Issues
The Federal Government owns around 50% of the West. How did they get the land in the first place?
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.
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?"
The Two Most Common Misconceptions
Ken Ivory explains the two most common misconceptions about why the states east of Colorado control their public lands, while states in the west are still controlled by the federal government.
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 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: “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: “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 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.
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.
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
Summary of UT 2014 Transfer of Public Lands Legislation
A summary of all TPL related legislation that passed the Utah legislature during the 2014 session
Read moreArticle: “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 moreArticle: “Broken Compact – The Hollowing-Out of Nevada Statehood”
Before Nevada joined the Union in 1864, the U.S. Congress explicitly promised more than two
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The Only Solution Big Enough
Ken Ivory delivers this presentation to elected officials throughout Washington State. The effort is to convince the US
Read more“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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“Knowledge and Courage – Keys to the Transfer of Public Lands & Education Funding”
Knowledge and Courage - Keys to the Transfer of Public Lands & The Only Solution Big Enough to Close the
Read moreA Legal Overview of Utah’s HB 148 Transfer of Public Lands Act
Recent legislation passed in the state of Utah has demanded that the federal government extinguish title to certain public lands that the federal
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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
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Keys to Prosperity
Ken Ivory talks about property rights and prosperity in this short video.
