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Utah Republicans Challenge Grand Staircase-Escalante Management Plan

1/24/2026

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The Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument management plan (1.8 million acres) is being challenged by Republicans in Utah.
Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (R-Utah) says the Biden-era plan conflicts with local needs and restricts grazing and recreation.
A Montana research institute found the monument's designation boosted local economies, with job earnings up over 25% since 1996.
Environmentalists warn that proposed changes could harm the monument's landscape and biodiversity.

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The Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument management plan (1.8 million acres) is being challenged by Republicans in Utah.
Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (R-Utah) says the Biden-era plan conflicts with local needs and restricts grazing and recreation.
A Montana research institute found the monument's designation boosted local economies, with job earnings up over 25% since 1996.
Environmentalists warn that proposed changes could harm the monument's landscape and biodiversity.