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To provide for transfer of ownership of certain Federal lands in northern Nevada, to authorize the disposal of certain Federal lands in northern Nevada for economic development, to promote conservation in northern Nevada, and for other purposes.
3/26/2025, 8:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 2317
Bill 119 hr 2317, also known as the Northern Nevada Land Transfer and Economic Development Act, aims to transfer ownership of certain Federal lands in northern Nevada to local entities for economic development purposes. The bill also authorizes the disposal of certain Federal lands in the region to further promote economic growth and conservation efforts.
Specifically, the bill outlines a process for transferring ownership of Federal lands to local governments, tribes, and non-profit organizations in northern Nevada. This transfer of ownership is intended to facilitate economic development projects, such as infrastructure improvements, job creation, and tourism initiatives.
Additionally, the bill allows for the disposal of Federal lands in northern Nevada through sales, exchanges, or transfers to private entities for economic development purposes. This provision is designed to stimulate economic growth in the region and create opportunities for businesses and industries to thrive. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to promote conservation efforts in northern Nevada, such as protecting wildlife habitats, preserving natural resources, and promoting sustainable land use practices. These conservation measures are aimed at maintaining the ecological balance of the region and ensuring the long-term health and well-being of its natural environment. Overall, Bill 119 hr 2317 seeks to balance the interests of economic development and conservation in northern Nevada by transferring ownership of Federal lands, authorizing their disposal for economic growth, and promoting conservation efforts to preserve the region's natural beauty and resources.
Specifically, the bill outlines a process for transferring ownership of Federal lands to local governments, tribes, and non-profit organizations in northern Nevada. This transfer of ownership is intended to facilitate economic development projects, such as infrastructure improvements, job creation, and tourism initiatives.
Additionally, the bill allows for the disposal of Federal lands in northern Nevada through sales, exchanges, or transfers to private entities for economic development purposes. This provision is designed to stimulate economic growth in the region and create opportunities for businesses and industries to thrive. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to promote conservation efforts in northern Nevada, such as protecting wildlife habitats, preserving natural resources, and promoting sustainable land use practices. These conservation measures are aimed at maintaining the ecological balance of the region and ensuring the long-term health and well-being of its natural environment. Overall, Bill 119 hr 2317 seeks to balance the interests of economic development and conservation in northern Nevada by transferring ownership of Federal lands, authorizing their disposal for economic growth, and promoting conservation efforts to preserve the region's natural beauty and resources.
Current Status of Bill HR 2317
Bill HR 2317 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 25, 2025. Bill HR 2317 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 25, 2025. Bill HR 2317's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of March 25, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2317
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2317
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2317
To provide for transfer of ownership of certain Federal lands in northern Nevada, to authorize the disposal of certain Federal lands in northern Nevada for economic development, to promote conservation in northern Nevada, and for other purposes.
To provide for transfer of ownership of certain Federal lands in northern Nevada, to authorize the disposal of certain Federal lands in northern Nevada for economic development, to promote conservation in northern Nevada, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2317
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