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Reduces the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument size by roughly 1.69 million acres.
President Donald J. Trump, July 13, 2026; directs the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
Signed and active; land opens for mining/leasing 60 days after proclamation.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue the move secures domestic supplies of critical minerals and ensures land is managed efficiently.
Critics Say
Critics argue the order may overreach by removing land that was previously protected for conservation.