S.1262 - To require the Secretary of Agriculture to release a reversionary interest in certain land in the Black River State Forest in Millston, Wisconsin, and for other purposes. (119th Congress)
Summary
S.1262 addresses a land exchange involving the Black River State Forest in Millston, Wisconsin. It directs the Secretary of Agriculture to release a reversionary interest the United States holds on specific state forest land. This release is conditional upon the State of Wisconsin conveying the state forest land to Deli, Inc. in exchange for Deli, Inc.'s land, which will then be added to the Black River State Forest.
Expected Effects
The bill facilitates a land swap between the State of Wisconsin and Deli, Inc. The US government will relinquish its reversionary interest in the state forest land. This will allow Deli, Inc. to acquire the state forest land, while the state will acquire Deli, Inc.'s land for inclusion in the Black River State Forest.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially streamlines land management by consolidating state forest holdings.
- Could support local business (Deli, Inc.) by enabling expansion or operational improvements.
- May enhance recreational opportunities within the Black River State Forest through increased acreage.
- Resolves a reversionary interest issue, clarifying land ownership and usage.
- Facilitates a mutually agreed upon land exchange between the state and a private entity.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential loss of federal oversight on the state forest land due to the release of the reversionary interest.
- Risk that the land exchange may not fully benefit the public if Deli, Inc.'s operations have unforeseen negative consequences.
- Limited transparency regarding the specific reasons and justifications for the land exchange.
- Possible concerns from environmental groups if the land transfer impacts sensitive ecosystems.
- Potential for similar requests from other entities, setting a precedent for releasing federal reversionary interests.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Property Clause (Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2) of the U.S. Constitution, which grants Congress the power to dispose of and regulate federal property. Releasing the reversionary interest is a decision regarding federal property rights. The bill does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
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).