Some Colorado public lands bills are gaining traction in Congress, but progress is slow

Some Colorado public lands bills are gaining traction in Congress, but progress is slow

A flurry of federal bills related to outdoor conservation, recreation and wildfire management continues to move through Congress slowly, with some legislation overcoming key hurdles, while others remain stalled.  Colorado lawmakers are spearheading several public lands bills this year, many of which have been introduced in Congress in previous years but have so far failed to pass. As 2025 nears its end, lawmakers appear optimistic that action wi…