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Reversionary Interest Conveyance Act

1/14/2025, 5:11 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8946

Bill 118 hr 8946, also known as the Reversionary Interest Conveyance Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to reversionary interests in certain properties.

A reversionary interest is a legal term that refers to the right of a property owner to reclaim ownership of their property if certain conditions are not met. This can occur, for example, if the property is not used for its intended purpose or if specific terms of a contract are violated.

The Reversionary Interest Conveyance Act aims to streamline the process by which reversionary interests are conveyed. It seeks to clarify the rights and responsibilities of property owners and ensure that the process is fair and transparent. Specifically, the bill outlines procedures for notifying property owners of their reversionary interests, as well as requirements for transferring these interests to new owners. It also establishes guidelines for resolving disputes related to reversionary interests and provides mechanisms for enforcing compliance with reversionary terms. Overall, the Reversionary Interest Conveyance Act is designed to protect the rights of property owners and promote the efficient transfer of reversionary interests. It is an important piece of legislation that addresses a complex legal issue and aims to provide clarity and consistency in the conveyance of reversionary interests.

Congressional Summary of HR 8946

Reversionary Interest Conveyance Act

This bill directs the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to offer to sell the reversionary interest of the United States in approximately 8.43 acres of land in Sacramento, California, as generally depicted on a specified map dated November 7, 2022. Within two years of receiving a request from the owner of the land, the BLM must offer the reversionary interest and convey the reversionary interest to the buyer upon payment. The payment must be in an amount that is at least the fair market value of the reversionary interest. The buyer must also pay all costs related to the applicable conveyance of the reversionary interest, including all surveys, appraisals, and other administrative costs.

The bill subjects the conveyance to valid existing rights.

The proceeds from the sale must be deposited into Federal Land Disposal Account.

Current Status of Bill HR 8946

Bill HR 8946 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since December 18, 2024. Bill HR 8946 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 8, 2024.  Bill HR 8946's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of December 18, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8946

Total Number of Sponsors
13
Democrat Sponsors
13
Republican Sponsors
0
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 8946

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8946

Reversionary Interest Conveyance Act
Reversionary Interest Conveyance Act
To convey the reversionary interest of the United States in certain land in Sacramento, California.

Comments

Stetson Nixon profile image

Stetson Nixon

603

1 year ago

I don't like this bill, it's gonna mess things up for us. #confused

Aileen Chu profile image

Aileen Chu

757

1 year ago

I can't believe this bill is happening, it's so unfair! Why would they do this to us?

Araceli Best profile image

Araceli Best

707

1 year ago

I'm so excited about this new bill! It's going to make a big difference for me and my family. Can't wait to see how it all plays out!