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To amend the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 to clarify the authority of Department of Defense to conduct certain military activities at the Nevada test and training range, and for other purposes.
12/20/2024, 9:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6070
Bill 118 hr 6070, also known as the Nevada Test and Training Range Act, seeks to amend the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 in order to clarify the authority of the Department of Defense to conduct certain military activities at the Nevada test and training range. The Nevada test and training range is a critical military facility used for testing and training purposes by the US military.
The bill aims to ensure that the Department of Defense has the necessary authority to continue conducting military activities at the Nevada test and training range without any legal obstacles. This includes activities such as weapons testing, training exercises, and other military operations that are essential for national security.
In addition to clarifying the authority of the Department of Defense, the bill also addresses other purposes related to the Nevada test and training range. This may include provisions for environmental protection, land management, and other issues that are relevant to the operation of the facility. Overall, the Nevada Test and Training Range Act is aimed at ensuring that the Department of Defense can effectively utilize the Nevada test and training range for military activities while also addressing any related concerns or issues.
The bill aims to ensure that the Department of Defense has the necessary authority to continue conducting military activities at the Nevada test and training range without any legal obstacles. This includes activities such as weapons testing, training exercises, and other military operations that are essential for national security.
In addition to clarifying the authority of the Department of Defense, the bill also addresses other purposes related to the Nevada test and training range. This may include provisions for environmental protection, land management, and other issues that are relevant to the operation of the facility. Overall, the Nevada Test and Training Range Act is aimed at ensuring that the Department of Defense can effectively utilize the Nevada test and training range for military activities while also addressing any related concerns or issues.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6070
Bill HR 6070 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 26, 2023. Bill HR 6070 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 26, 2023. Bill HR 6070's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 777. as of December 19, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6070
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6070
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6070
To amend the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 to clarify the authority of Department of Defense to conduct certain military activities at the Nevada test and training range, and for other purposes.
To amend the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 to clarify the authority of Department of Defense to conduct certain military activities at the Nevada test and training range, and for other purposes.
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