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To authorize, direct, facilitate, and expedite the transfer of administrative jurisdiction of certain Federal land, and for other purposes.
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Summary of Bill HR 1397
Bill 115 hr 1397, also known as the "Federal Land Transfer Act," aims to authorize, direct, facilitate, and expedite the transfer of administrative jurisdiction of certain Federal land. The bill seeks to streamline the process of transferring control of federal lands to state or local governments, with the goal of increasing efficiency and promoting better management of these lands.
The bill includes provisions for the transfer of administrative jurisdiction of specific federal lands to state or local governments, as well as guidelines for the process of transferring control. It also outlines the responsibilities of the receiving entities in managing the transferred lands, including requirements for conservation and environmental protection.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the protection of natural resources and wildlife on the transferred lands, as well as guidelines for public access and recreational use. The bill also addresses the potential impact of the transfer on local communities and economies, with provisions for economic development and job creation. Overall, Bill 115 hr 1397 aims to improve the management and utilization of federal lands by transferring administrative jurisdiction to state and local governments, while also ensuring the protection of natural resources and wildlife.
The bill includes provisions for the transfer of administrative jurisdiction of specific federal lands to state or local governments, as well as guidelines for the process of transferring control. It also outlines the responsibilities of the receiving entities in managing the transferred lands, including requirements for conservation and environmental protection.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the protection of natural resources and wildlife on the transferred lands, as well as guidelines for public access and recreational use. The bill also addresses the potential impact of the transfer on local communities and economies, with provisions for economic development and job creation. Overall, Bill 115 hr 1397 aims to improve the management and utilization of federal lands by transferring administrative jurisdiction to state and local governments, while also ensuring the protection of natural resources and wildlife.
Current Status of Bill HR 1397
Bill HR 1397 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 7, 2017. Bill HR 1397 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on March 7, 2017. Bill HR 1397's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 115-190. as of June 22, 2018
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1397
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1397
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1397
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