Purpose and Summary
Chamber: House
Introduced date: 2023-10-26
Bill 118 hr 6070, also known as the Nevada Test and Training Range Act, seeks to amend the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 in order to clarify the authority of the Department of Defense to conduct certain military activities at the Nevada test and training range. The Nevada test and training range is a critical military facility used for testing and training purposes by the US military. The bill aims to ensure that the Department of Defense has the necessary authority to continue conducting military activities at the Nevada test and training range without any legal obstacles. This includes activities such as weapons testing, training exercises, and other military operations that are essential for national security. In addition to clarifying the authority of the Department of Defense, the bill also addresses other purposes related to the Nevada test and training range. This may include provisions for environmental protection, land management, and other issues that are relevant to the operation of the facility. Overall, the Nevada Test and Training Range Act is aimed at ensuring that the Department of Defense can effectively utilize the Nevada test and training range for military activities while also addressing any related concerns or issues.
Recent Activity
House Committee on Armed Services Granted an extension for further consideration ending not later than Dec. 19, 2024.
Alternative Names
To amend the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 to clarify the authority of Department of Defense to conduct certain military activities at the Nevada test and training range, and for other purposes.
To amend the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 to clarify the authority of Department of Defense to conduct certain military activities at the Nevada test and training range, and for other purposes.
To amend the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 to clarify the authority of Department of Defense to conduct certain military activities at the Nevada test and training range, and for other purposes.
To amend the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 to clarify the authority of Department of Defense to conduct certain military activities at the Nevada test and training range, and for other purposes.
Associated Legislation
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Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources
Potential Impact
Advisory bodies
Land use and conservation
Military education and training
Nevada
Sponsors and Supporters
Rep. Amodei, Mark E. [R-NV-2]
Rep. Amodei, Mark E. [R-NV-2]
Cosponsors and Supporters
Rep. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4]
Rep. Lee, Susie [D-NV-3]
Rep. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4]
Rep. Lee, Susie [D-NV-3]
Committees and Subcommittees
Natural Resources Committee
Federal Lands Subcommittee
Armed Services Committee
Armed Services Committee
Natural Resources Committee
Federal Lands Subcommittee
Variations and Revisions