Protecting Arizona from Federal Land Grabs Act

# Protecting Arizona from Federal Land Grabs Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would prevent the federal government from creating new national monuments in Arizona or expanding existing ones without explicit approval from Congress. Currently, U.S. presidents can declare national monuments under the Antiquities Act without Congressional vote. This bill would remove that power specifically for Arizona, requiring any monument designation to go through the full Congressional process instead. **Who It Affects** The bill would affect Arizona residents, environmental groups, Native American tribes with interests in Arizona lands, the federal government, and future presidents.

It would also impact any groups seeking to preserve Arizona's natural or cultural sites as protected monuments. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee (as of the 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but hasn't advanced to a full House vote yet. It was sponsored by Rep. Andy Biggs, a Republican from Arizona.