Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest Land Adjustment Act of 2015

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:30:08Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1744 Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest Land Adjustment Act of 2015 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.

1/11/2023, 1:30 PM

Congressional Summary of S 1744

Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest Land Adjustment Act of 2015

Authorizes the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to sell or exchange any or all interest of the United States in 30 tracts of National Forest System land in Georgia totaling approximately 3,841 acres.

Authorizes USDA to reserve any rights-of-way or other rights or interests in land sold or exchanged under this Act that is considered necessary for management purposes or to protect the public interest.

Prohibits USDA from selling or exchanging land under this Act for less than market value, as determined by an appraisal or through a competitive bid.

Requires proceeds to be used for the acquisition of land for national forest purposes in Georgia.

Current Status of Bill S 1744

Bill S 1744 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 9, 2015. Bill S 1744 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the Senate on July 9, 2015. Bill S 1744's most recent activity was Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. Hearings held. as of July 16, 2015