Mountain View Corridor Completion Act

12/24/2024, 9:05 AM

Mountain View Corridor Completion Act

This bill directs the Bureau of Land Management to convey to Utah certain federal land within the boundaries of Camp Williams, Utah.

Bill 118 hr 2468, also known as the Mountain View Corridor Completion Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide funding and support for the completion of the Mountain View Corridor, a major transportation project in the state of Utah.

The Mountain View Corridor is a planned 35-mile highway that will connect the cities of Lehi and West Valley City, providing a much-needed transportation link for residents and businesses in the region. The completion of this corridor is expected to reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality, and stimulate economic growth in the area.

If passed, the Mountain View Corridor Completion Act would allocate federal funds to help expedite the construction of the remaining segments of the highway. The bill also includes provisions for environmental mitigation and community engagement to ensure that the project is carried out in a responsible and sustainable manner. Supporters of the bill argue that the completion of the Mountain View Corridor is crucial for the continued development and prosperity of the region. They believe that the project will create jobs, improve access to transportation, and enhance the overall quality of life for residents. Opponents of the bill may raise concerns about the cost of the project and its potential impact on the environment. They may also question the need for additional federal funding for a state-level transportation project. Overall, the Mountain View Corridor Completion Act represents an important effort to address transportation infrastructure needs in Utah and support economic growth in the region. It will be interesting to see how this legislation progresses through the legislative process and what impact it may have on the future development of the Mountain View Corridor.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 2468

Introduced on
2023-04-03

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/25/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate
To President

Purpose and Summary

Mountain View Corridor Completion Act

This bill directs the Bureau of Land Management to convey to Utah certain federal land within the boundaries of Camp Williams, Utah.

Bill 118 hr 2468, also known as the Mountain View Corridor Completion Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide funding and support for the completion of the Mountain View Corridor, a major transportation project in the state of Utah.

The Mountain View Corridor is a planned 35-mile highway that will connect the cities of Lehi and West Valley City, providing a much-needed transportation link for residents and businesses in the region. The completion of this corridor is expected to reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality, and stimulate economic growth in the area.

If passed, the Mountain View Corridor Completion Act would allocate federal funds to help expedite the construction of the remaining segments of the highway. The bill also includes provisions for environmental mitigation and community engagement to ensure that the project is carried out in a responsible and sustainable manner. Supporters of the bill argue that the completion of the Mountain View Corridor is crucial for the continued development and prosperity of the region. They believe that the project will create jobs, improve access to transportation, and enhance the overall quality of life for residents. Opponents of the bill may raise concerns about the cost of the project and its potential impact on the environment. They may also question the need for additional federal funding for a state-level transportation project. Overall, the Mountain View Corridor Completion Act represents an important effort to address transportation infrastructure needs in Utah and support economic growth in the region. It will be interesting to see how this legislation progresses through the legislative process and what impact it may have on the future development of the Mountain View Corridor.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require the Secretary of the Interior to convey to the State of Utah certain Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management within the boundaries of Camp Williams, Utah, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact
Geography and mapping•
Land transfers•
National Guard and reserves•
Roads and highways•
Utah

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Latest Summary9/20/2024

Mountain View Corridor Completion Act

This bill directs the Bureau of Land Management to convey to Utah certain federal land within the boundaries of Camp Williams, Utah.


Latest Action12/23/2024
Presented to President.