In early 2023, counties in New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, and North Carolina passed resolutions opposing the abuse of the Antiquities Act, reflecting rising anti-federal sentiments. Proponents argue that the federal government overreaches in designating protected lands, advocating instead for local or state control over public lands. This shift aligns with a broader anti-regulatory movement that has gained momentum since the 1990s, with leaders like Luna County Commissioner Colette Chandler calling for more autonomy from federal governance.
In a wave of recent resolutions, county governments in several states oppose the perceived misuse of the Antiquities Act, reflecting a growing anti-federal sentiment.
Local leaders argue for state or privatized land management, insisting that the government shouldn't dictate how communities manage their own land.
Commissioner Colette Chandler exemplifies the push against federal authority, advocating for New Mexico to manage its public lands more independently from federal control.
The push against federal land designations is part of a larger anti-regulatory trend stemming from the right-wing movements since the 1990s, which has seen a resurgence recently.
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