Carson City Public Land Correction Act
Summary
The Carson City Public Land Correction Act addresses land conveyance and disposal in Carson City, Nevada. It directs the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior to convey certain federal lands to Carson City for public purposes, including recreation and flood mitigation. The act also mandates the disposal of other federal lands through sales to qualified bidders and addresses the transfer of land from the city to the federal government.
Expected Effects
This act will result in changes to land ownership and usage in Carson City. Specifically, it facilitates the city's ability to use conveyed land for public benefit and allows for the disposal of other lands for potential development. The Act also establishes a special account for proceeds from land sales, which will be used for various projects within the city.
Potential Benefits
- Allows Carson City to acquire federal land for public purposes like recreation and flood mitigation.
- Facilitates roadway expansion to improve infrastructure.
- Generates funds through land sales for wildlife habitat conservation, wildfire prevention, and other projects.
- Promotes economic development through potential land sales to third parties.
- Provides for the correction of minor errors in land descriptions and boundaries.
Potential Disadvantages
- The city bears the costs of surveys, appraisals, and environmental remediation related to land conveyances.
- Land conveyed to the city may revert to the United States if not used for specified public purposes.
- Disposal of federal land could potentially disrupt existing ecosystems or public access.
- Hazardous substance remediation on certain land acquired by the Secretary of the Interior will be the responsibility of the entities responsible under applicable law.
- Potential for increased development and associated environmental impacts.
Constitutional Alignment
The act appears to align with the Property Clause of the US Constitution (Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2), which grants Congress the power to dispose of and regulate federal territory and property. The Act does not appear to infringe upon any individual liberties or rights protected by the Constitution or its amendments. The Act delegates authority to the Secretaries of Agriculture and Interior, which is a common practice and generally permissible under constitutional principles.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).