Upper Price River Watershed Project Act of 2025
Summary
The Upper Price River Watershed Project Act of 2025 directs the Secretary of the Interior to convey approximately 124.23 acres of Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land to the city of Price, Utah. This land is to be used for public purposes, as defined by the City. The Act stipulates that the conveyance is subject to valid existing rights and adherence to a map prepared by the BLM.
Expected Effects
The Act will transfer ownership of the specified federal land to the city of Price, Utah. This allows the city to utilize the land for public purposes, potentially leading to new development or conservation efforts. The transfer is contingent upon the city's request and adherence to the outlined map and existing rights.
Potential Benefits
- Potential for enhanced public services and recreational opportunities in Price, Utah.
- Local control over land use decisions, allowing the city to address specific community needs.
- Possible economic development through projects aligned with the city's public purposes.
- Improved watershed management and conservation efforts.
- Increased community engagement in land management decisions.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential loss of federal oversight and control over the land.
- Possible conflicts with existing rights or environmental concerns.
- Risk of development that may not align with broader regional interests.
- Limited information on specific public purposes, creating uncertainty about future land use.
- Potential for increased strain on city resources to manage the newly acquired land.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act 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 territory and property. The transfer of land to the city of Price, Utah, falls within this constitutional authority. The act does not appear to infringe upon 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).