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Plan to sell off federal public lands in the west violates Senate rules

A Republican plan before the US Senate to sell millions of acres of federal public lands in the west to developers has been removed from President Trump’s big tax and spending bill.

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Bellamy Pailthorp covers the environment for KNKX with an emphasis on climate justice, human health and food sovereignty. She enjoys reporting about how we will power our future while maintaining healthy cultures and livable cities. Story tips can be sent to bpailthorp@knkx.org.