House Republicans Approve Sale of 93,000 Acres of Public Lands in Nevada and Utah Without Conservation Funding to Finance Trump Tax Cuts

House Republicans have approved a provision within a broader tax cut package associated with President Donald Trump's administration that authorizes the sale of thousands of acres of public lands in Nevada and Utah. The amendment, led by Representative Mark Amodei, permits the sale of more than 93,000 acres in Nevada, including 65,129 acres in Clark County, without earmarking proceeds for the states or designating land for conservation. This move has drawn criticism from Democrats, environmental groups, tribal advocates, and some Nevada senators, who argue the plan prioritizes tax breaks for billionaires and Big Oil over environmental protection, outdoor recreation funding, and wildfire prevention. The legislation was passed during a late-night session and has been described by opponents as a betrayal of public lands and a handout to private interests and corporations. The sale of these lands is part of a broader effort to fund tax cuts through asset sales, raising concerns about the long-term impacts on ecosystems, public access, and state revenues.