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Federal Court Blocks Grazing Expansion in Grizzly Habitat

9/19/2025

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A federal court ruled that the U.S. Forest Service unlawfully expanded livestock grazing in grizzly bear habitat near Yellowstone National Park.
Judge Donald Molloy determined the agency failed to properly assess the impact of increased grazing on public lands.
The ruling highlighted the need for connectivity between bear populations for their recovery.
The court mandated a new environmental analysis by the Forest Service.
Environmental groups hailed the decision as a major win for grizzly bear protection.

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A federal court ruled that the U.S. Forest Service unlawfully expanded livestock grazing in grizzly bear habitat near Yellowstone National Park.
Judge Donald Molloy determined the agency failed to properly assess the impact of increased grazing on public lands.
The ruling highlighted the need for connectivity between bear populations for their recovery.
The court mandated a new environmental analysis by the Forest Service.
Environmental groups hailed the decision as a major win for grizzly bear protection.