The CONVEY Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 2997, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to address issues related to the conveyance of federal lands. The bill focuses on streamlining the process of t...
ransferring federal lands to state and local governments, as well as to private entities.
One of the key provisions of the CONVEY Act is the establishment of a pilot program that would allow for the expedited conveyance of certain federal lands. This program would prioritize lands that are no longer needed for federal purposes and would aim to transfer them to state and local governments or private entities in a timely manner.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve the efficiency of the conveyance process, such as requiring federal agencies to work together to identify lands that are suitable for conveyance and to develop a plan for their transfer. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that the interests of local communities and stakeholders are taken into account during the conveyance process.
Overall, the CONVEY Act seeks to streamline the process of transferring federal lands to state and local governments, as well as to private entities, in order to promote efficient land management and economic development.