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Montana Sues Park Service Over Yellowstone National Park Bison Plan

Montana has filed a lawsuit against the National Park Service (NPS) over its plan to manage bison in Yellowstone National Park, arguing that the plan does not adequately address the risk of brucellosis transmission to cattle. The state contends that the NPS's approach, which includes allowing bison to roam outside the park's boundaries, could lead to increased conflicts with livestock and potentially spread the disease. Montana's Department of Livestock has expressed concerns about the economic impact on the state's cattle industry, which could face trade restrictions if brucellosis spreads. The lawsuit seeks to block the implementation of the NPS's plan, which aims to reduce the park's bison population through hunting and slaughter, and instead calls for a more comprehensive strategy that includes vaccination and better control measures to prevent disease transmission.

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