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. This property, identified as parcel 850-10555-001, consists of approximately 0.81 acres located at 1069 Fourche Avenue, Perryville, Arkansas. The conveyance is contingent upon 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 purposes, such as supporting education and youth development. The Forest Service will relinquish control of the land. The county will be responsible for costs associated with the conveyance.
Potential Benefits
- Provides Perry County with land for public purposes, potentially enhancing community services.
- Supports local education and youth development initiatives.
- Transfers responsibility for the property to the local government, which may be more responsive to community needs.
- No financial consideration is required from the county for the land itself.
- The bill specifies the exact property to be transferred, providing clarity and reducing potential disputes.
Potential Disadvantages
- Perry County bears all costs associated with the conveyance, including surveys and environmental analyses.
- The property must be used for public purposes; otherwise, it reverts to the United States.
- The Secretary of Agriculture retains discretion over additional terms and conditions, potentially limiting the County's flexibility.
- The conveyance is subject to valid existing rights, which could complicate the County's use of the property.
- The bill does not provide funding for the development or maintenance of the property, which could strain the County's resources.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Property Clause of the U.S. Constitution (Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2), which grants Congress the power to dispose of and regulate property belonging to the United States. The act specifies the terms and conditions of the conveyance, ensuring federal oversight and adherence to public purposes. The transfer of federal property to a local government for public use is a legitimate exercise of congressional authority.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
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