Buffalo Tract Protection Act

# Buffalo Tract Protection Act Summary **What the Bill Does** The Buffalo Tract Protection Act (HR 2893) would protect a specific area of land in New Mexico called the Buffalo Tract from mining activities. If passed, the bill would restrict or prevent mining operations on this federally-managed land, effectively designating it as off-limits for mineral extraction. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily impacts New Mexico residents and would affect mining companies interested in operating in the Buffalo Tract area. It would also influence how the federal government manages public lands in the state. Conservation groups and environmental advocates support such protections, while mining interests generally oppose them. **Current Status** As of now, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives.

The bill was introduced by Representative Melanie A. Stansbury (D-NM) in the 119th Congress. Without additional action from the committee or House leadership, the bill remains in early legislative stages and has not moved toward passage.