To provide for the application of certain provisions of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 for fiscal year 2021.

This bill extends through FY2021 the inapplicability of the requirement for counties to elect to receive certain payments under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000. That act provides compensation to counties for the presence of untaxable federal land within their borders.

Bill 117 hr 6435, also known as the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000, is a piece of legislation that aims to provide funding and support for rural communities in the United States. Specifically, this bill focuses on the application of certain provisions of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act for the fiscal year 2021.

The Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act was originally passed in 2000 to provide financial assistance to rural counties that have a large amount of federal land within their borders. This funding is meant to help these communities offset the loss of revenue that comes from not being able to collect property taxes on federal land.

Bill 117 hr 6435 seeks to extend the provisions of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act for the fiscal year 2021, ensuring that these rural communities continue to receive the support they need. This includes funding for schools, roads, and other essential services that are crucial for the well-being of these communities. Overall, this bill is aimed at helping rural communities thrive and prosper by providing them with the financial assistance they need to support their infrastructure and services. It is an important piece of legislation that recognizes the unique challenges faced by rural areas and seeks to address them in a meaningful way.