Crags, Colorado Land Exchange Act of 2017

Bill 115 hr 618, also known as the Crags, Colorado Land Exchange Act of 2017, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to authorize the exchange of certain federal land in the Pike National Forest in Colorado with private land owned by the Broadmoor Hotel, Inc.

The federal land in question is located near the Crags, a popular recreational area in Colorado. The exchange would allow the Broadmoor Hotel, Inc. to acquire land that is adjacent to their existing property, while the federal government would receive land that is more suitable for public use and conservation.

The bill includes provisions for conducting appraisals of the land involved in the exchange to ensure that it is a fair and equitable transaction for both parties. It also requires the Secretary of Agriculture to complete the exchange within one year of the bill's enactment. Supporters of the bill argue that the land exchange will benefit both the private landowner and the public by consolidating land ownership and improving access to recreational areas. Opponents may raise concerns about the potential impact on the environment and wildlife in the area. Overall, the Crags, Colorado Land Exchange Act of 2017 is a proposal to exchange federal land in Colorado with private land owned by the Broadmoor Hotel, Inc. in order to benefit both parties and improve public access to recreational areas.