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Gulf Islands National Seashore Land Exchange Act

4/7/2025, 3:42 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2615

Bill 115 hr 2615, also known as the Gulf Islands National Seashore Land Exchange Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to facilitate the exchange of land between the National Park Service and private landowners within the Gulf Islands National Seashore in Florida and Mississippi.

The bill outlines the specific parcels of land that are eligible for exchange, as well as the terms and conditions under which the exchange will take place. It also establishes a process for determining the value of the land being exchanged and ensures that the exchange is conducted in a fair and transparent manner.

The primary goal of the Gulf Islands National Seashore Land Exchange Act is to consolidate and enhance the management of the Gulf Islands National Seashore by allowing the National Park Service to acquire key parcels of land that are currently held by private landowners. This will help to protect and preserve the natural and cultural resources of the Gulf Islands National Seashore for future generations to enjoy. Overall, the bill is aimed at promoting the conservation and stewardship of the Gulf Islands National Seashore while also respecting the rights of private landowners. It represents a collaborative effort between the government and private individuals to ensure the long-term sustainability of this important natural and cultural resource.

Current Status of Bill HR 2615

Bill HR 2615 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 23, 2017. Bill HR 2615 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on May 23, 2017.  Bill HR 2615's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 115-279. as of November 20, 2018

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2615

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2615

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

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