Cabin Fee Act of 2012

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Explore the details of House Bill 3397 Cabin Fee Act of 2012 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Public Lands and Natural Resources. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/14/2024, 12:36 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 3397

Cabin Fee Act of 2012 - Directs the Secretary of Agriculture (USDA) to set an annual fee for, and requires the payment of such fee to the United States by, an authorized owner of a privately built and owned recreational cabin located on National Forest System land.

Reduces such fee to $100 annually if access to a cabin is significantly impaired, either by natural causes or governmental actions.

Requires payment of a transfer fee to the United States upon the transfer of a cabin between private parties for consideration.

Requires the Secretary to grant a cabin owner the right to administrative appeal of a cabin fee decision, which may be reviewed by bringing a civil action in U.S. district court.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3397

Bill HR 3397 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 10, 2011. Bill HR 3397 was introduced during Congress 112 and was introduced to the House on November 10, 2011. Bill HR 3397's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of September 11, 2012

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3397

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3397

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative remedies

- Alaska

- Forests, forestry, trees

- Housing finance and home ownership

- Judicial review and appeals

- Licensing and registrations

- User charges and fees

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3397

Cabin Fee Act of 2011

Cabin Fee Act of 2012

To modify the Forest Service Recreation Residence Program by implementing a simple, equitable, and predictable procedure for determining cabin user fees, and for other purposes.