A bill to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish oversight mediation committees to help resolve property boundary disputes regarding National Forest System land, and for other purposes.

12/12/2024, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Bill 118 s 5496, also known as the Property Boundary Dispute Resolution Act, aims to address property boundary disputes related to National Forest System land. The bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to establish oversight mediation committees to assist in resolving these disputes.

The oversight mediation committees will be tasked with facilitating communication and negotiation between parties involved in property boundary disputes. The goal is to reach a mutually agreeable resolution that is fair and equitable for all parties involved.

In addition to establishing the oversight mediation committees, the bill also outlines the procedures and guidelines for how these committees will operate. This includes ensuring that the mediation process is conducted in a timely and efficient manner, and that all parties have the opportunity to present their case and be heard. Overall, the Property Boundary Dispute Resolution Act seeks to provide a structured and impartial process for resolving property boundary disputes related to National Forest System land. By establishing oversight mediation committees, the bill aims to promote cooperation and collaboration among stakeholders, ultimately leading to more peaceful and amicable resolutions.
Congress
118

Number
S - 5496

Introduced on
2024-12-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Bill 118 s 5496, also known as the Property Boundary Dispute Resolution Act, aims to address property boundary disputes related to National Forest System land. The bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to establish oversight mediation committees to assist in resolving these disputes.

The oversight mediation committees will be tasked with facilitating communication and negotiation between parties involved in property boundary disputes. The goal is to reach a mutually agreeable resolution that is fair and equitable for all parties involved.

In addition to establishing the oversight mediation committees, the bill also outlines the procedures and guidelines for how these committees will operate. This includes ensuring that the mediation process is conducted in a timely and efficient manner, and that all parties have the opportunity to present their case and be heard. Overall, the Property Boundary Dispute Resolution Act seeks to provide a structured and impartial process for resolving property boundary disputes related to National Forest System land. By establishing oversight mediation committees, the bill aims to promote cooperation and collaboration among stakeholders, ultimately leading to more peaceful and amicable resolutions.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish oversight mediation committees to help resolve property boundary disputes regarding National Forest System land, and for other purposes.

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Enzo Palmer
@vietnamese_coriander_persimmon_redcurrant87417
I support this bill. It could help resolve property disputes in National Forests. Fun fact: it's bipartisan.

Recent Activity

Latest Action12/11/2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.