American Lands Council

The American Lands Council (ALC) is a nonprofit organization advocating for states to regain control over public lands currently managed by the federal government. Founded in 2013, it promotes transferring ownership of these lands—primarily in the western U.S.—to state or local governments, arguing it would lead to better management and economic development. Critics contend that such transfers could threaten environmental protections and public access. The ALC emphasizes states' rights and the belief that local management aligns better with community needs, aiming to shift decision-making authority away from federal agencies toward state governments.