That is a net increase in their ability to participate in the management of those lands.

Late last year, President Donald Trump issued an unlawful order to repeal the Bears Ears National Monument and replace it with two smaller monuments, leaving nearly 85 percent of the original monument unprotected.

Hey, I hear some things here maybe we need to take a look at.

the Tribe objects to the extremely short notice for the meeting.

I would certainly consider it a friendly amendment to add in that that is also in consultation with the Bears Ears Commission.

I want to make clear the point that the Bears Ears Commission is kept fully intact in this bill.

This bill is a management plan that protects the area.

Absolutely. We have heard today a number of positive comments about the legislative process.

I think we all understand the importance of local control and local input, certainly as we have responsibilities.

This bill empowers Utah's local tribes and community leaders to properly manage these areas.

It is important to note this bill precludes any type of mining or development of oil or gas within the boundaries of the 1.35 million acres of the original Bears Ears Monument.