An Act To require the Secretary of Agriculture to convey a parcel of property of the Forest Service to Perry County, Arkansas, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 3187 mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to convey a specific parcel of Forest Service property to Perry County, Arkansas. The land, approximately 0.81 acres, is located at 1069 Fourche Avenue, Perryville, Arkansas. The conveyance is contingent on the County's written request within 180 days of the Act's enactment.
Expected Effects
Perry County, Arkansas will gain ownership of the specified property for public use. The Forest Service will relinquish control of the land, subject to reversion if it's not used for public purposes.
Potential Benefits
- Provides Perry County with land for public purposes, such as education and youth development.
- Allows the county to utilize the property according to local needs.
- Transfers responsibility for the property's upkeep and management to the county.
- The conveyance is made without consideration, reducing the financial burden on the county.
Potential Disadvantages
- The county bears all costs associated with the conveyance, including surveys and environmental analyses.
- The property reverts to the United States if not used for public purposes, potentially limiting long-term planning.
- The Secretary of Agriculture does not provide any environmental warranties for the property.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act appears to align with the Constitution, particularly Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the power to dispose of property belonging to the United States. The transfer serves a public purpose, potentially promoting the general welfare as stated in the Preamble.
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).