H.R.3187 - To require the Secretary of Agriculture to convey a parcel of property of the Forest Service to Perry County, Arkansas, and for other purposes. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3187 proposes the conveyance of a 0.81-acre parcel of Forest Service property in Perry County, Arkansas, to the county itself. The land is located at 1069 Fourche Avenue, Perryville, Arkansas 72126 and is currently designated as parcel 850-10555-001. The conveyance is contingent upon the county's written request within 180 days of the Act's enactment.
The Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, is responsible for executing the conveyance. Perry County will bear all costs associated with the transfer, including surveys and environmental analyses. The transfer will be executed via quitclaim deed, without consideration, and subject to existing rights and conditions deemed necessary by the Secretary to protect US interests.
Expected Effects
If enacted, H.R.3187 will transfer ownership of the specified land from the federal government to Perry County, Arkansas. This will allow the county to utilize the property as it sees fit, potentially for public services or other county-related purposes. The federal government will no longer be responsible for the property's maintenance or management.
Potential Benefits
- Potential for Perry County to utilize the land for public benefit, such as a park, community center, or administrative facility.
- Reduced federal government expenditure on maintaining the specific parcel of land.
- Increased local control and decision-making regarding land use within Perry County.
- Potential for economic development if the county uses the land in a way that attracts businesses or residents.
- Addresses a specific local need in Perry County, Arkansas.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Loss of federal control over the land, potentially limiting future federal projects in the area.
- Potential environmental liabilities if the county fails to properly manage the land.
- Costs associated with the conveyance, although borne by the county, could strain local resources.
- Limited impact beyond Perry County, Arkansas, making it a narrow, localized benefit.
- The bill does not specify the intended use of the land by Perry County, creating uncertainty about the ultimate public benefit.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the US Constitution, particularly Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2, which grants Congress the power to dispose of and regulate territory or other property belonging to the United States. The bill does not appear to infringe upon any individual rights or liberties protected by the Constitution or its amendments.
The transfer of property is subject to conditions that protect the interests of the United States, indicating a responsible exercise of congressional power. The bill's focus on a specific local issue does not raise significant constitutional concerns.
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).