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Summary

Allows temporary use of vacant federal grazing allotments when a permit- or lease-holder’s regular allotment becomes temporarily unusable because of unforeseen natural events or disasters. The bill requires the relevant Secretary to set conditions and limits on that temporary use, coordinate among users and agencies, conduct periodic land‑health evaluations, and issue implementing guidelines within one year of enactment.

Key Points

• Permits temporary use of vacant federal grazing allotments when a permit- or lease-holder’s regular allotment is temporarily unusable due to unforeseen natural events or disasters.
• Requires the responsible Secretary to define who may use vacant allotments and to set conditions and limits on temporary use.
• Directs coordination among permittees, agencies, and stakeholders to manage access and reduce conflicts.
• Mandates periodic land‑health evaluations to monitor resource effects of temporary grazing use.