Bill 118 hr 8413, also known as the Swanson and Hugh Butler Reservoirs Land Conveyances Act, is a piece of legislation that focuses on the transfer of certain federal lands to local entities in Nebraska. The bill specifically...
pertains to lands surrounding the Swanson and Hugh Butler Reservoirs, which are managed by the United States Bureau of Reclamation.
The purpose of this bill is to facilitate the transfer of these lands to the Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District and the Frenchman Cambridge Irrigation District. These transfers would allow these local entities to better manage and utilize the lands for agricultural and recreational purposes.
The bill outlines the specific terms and conditions of the land conveyances, including requirements for the local entities to pay fair market value for the lands and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. It also includes provisions for the protection of natural resources and the preservation of public access to the reservoirs.
Overall, the Swanson and Hugh Butler Reservoirs Land Conveyances Act aims to streamline the management of federal lands in Nebraska, while also promoting local economic development and recreational opportunities.