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Kisatchie National Forest Land Conveyance Act

4/7/2025, 3:21 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2941

Bill 115 hr 2941, also known as the Kisatchie National Forest Land Conveyance Act, is a piece of legislation that focuses on the transfer of certain federal lands within the Kisatchie National Forest in Louisiana. The bill aims to convey approximately 8.65 acres of land from the United States Forest Service to the Bienville Parish School Board.

The purpose of this land conveyance is to allow the Bienville Parish School Board to use the land for educational and recreational purposes. The bill specifies that the land must be used for public purposes and prohibits the sale or transfer of the land to any private entity.

The legislation also includes provisions for the protection of natural resources and wildlife within the Kisatchie National Forest. It requires the Bienville Parish School Board to comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding the protection of the environment and wildlife. Overall, the Kisatchie National Forest Land Conveyance Act is aimed at facilitating the transfer of federal lands to a local school board for public use, while also ensuring the protection of natural resources and wildlife in the area.

Current Status of Bill HR 2941

Bill HR 2941 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 20, 2017. Bill HR 2941 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on June 20, 2017.  Bill HR 2941's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of November 1, 2017

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2941

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 2941

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

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