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.
Summary
This bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to release a reversionary interest the United States holds in specific land within the Black River State Forest in Millston, Wisconsin. This release is conditional upon the State of Wisconsin conveying state forest land to Deli, Inc., a sphagnum moss production business, in exchange for Deli, Inc.'s land. After the exchange, Deli, Inc.'s land will be incorporated into the Black River State Forest.
Expected Effects
The bill facilitates a land exchange between the State of Wisconsin and Deli, Inc. The United States relinquishes its right to reclaim the state forest land, allowing Deli, Inc. to acquire it. The state gains ownership of Deli, Inc.'s land, which will then be added to the Black River State Forest.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially streamlines land management within the Black River State Forest.
- Could support the operations of Deli, Inc., a local business.
- Ensures the land owned by Deli, Inc. is added to the Black River State Forest, potentially expanding public recreational areas.
- Clarifies land ownership and usage rights, reducing potential future disputes.
- May lead to more efficient use of land resources in the region.
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Potential Disadvantages
- The United States relinquishes a reversionary interest, potentially limiting future federal control over the land.
- The exchange is dependent on agreements between the State of Wisconsin and Deli, Inc., which may not materialize.
- The bill's impact is highly localized, offering limited broader benefits to the American people.
- There is a risk that the land exchange may not ultimately benefit the public interest if the conveyed land is not managed effectively.
- The bill does not address broader environmental or conservation concerns beyond the specific land exchange.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill 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 territory or other property belonging to the United States. The release of the reversionary interest can be seen as an exercise of this power. There is no obvious conflict with any other constitutional provision.
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).