Comment on FR Doc # 2026-09387
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Summary: American Prairie advocates for the inclusion of bison grazing on public lands, arguing that bison are a native keystone species that support prairie health. They emphasize that bison grazing provides public benefits, including hunting opportunities and meat for families, and should be evaluated fairly alongside cattle grazing.
Please consider the following when making decisions regarding Bison grazing on public lands.
Management decisions should be based on science, measurable land health, and stewardship—not politics.
As a native keystone species, bison play an important role in maintaining healthy prairie ecosystems.
Grazing operations that meet stewardship standards and comply with permit conditions should be evaluated fairly, regardless of whether the grazers are cattle or bison.
Managed bison grazing supports Montana’s natural heritage while remaining compatible with responsible grazing, recreation, wildlife conservation, and other public benefits on state trust lands.
Bison on the landscape create meaningful public benefits for hunters and Montana communities. American Prairie’s bison program provides unique public hunting opportunities, puts meat on the table for Montana families, and allows people to connect with the state’s wildlife, history, and hunting traditions.
Thank you for your carful consideration.