Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act
Summary
The Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act directs the Secretary of the Interior to convey approximately 7.43 acres of federal land within the Vicksburg National Military Park to the State of Mississippi. This conveyance is to be done via quitclaim deed without requiring financial consideration from the state. The Act also modifies the park's boundary to exclude the conveyed land.
Expected Effects
The State of Mississippi will gain ownership of the specified land parcels within the park. This land is intended to enhance public access and visitor experience, aligning with the park's interpretative mission. The Secretary of Interior retains some oversight, ensuring the land use doesn't negatively impact park resources or visitor experience.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced public access to Vicksburg National Military Park.
- Improved visitor experience through potential development of facilities or services.
- State control over land use for park-related improvements.
- Potential for increased tourism revenue for the State of Mississippi.
- Clarification of land ownership and boundaries.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for the State to use the land in a way that conflicts with the National Park Service's vision, despite restrictions.
- Possible loss of federal control over a portion of the park.
- Risk of environmental impact if development is not carefully managed.
- Limited direct economic benefit to the federal government due to the land conveyance without consideration.
- Potential for boundary disputes if the land description is not precise.
Constitutional Alignment
This Act appears to align 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 federal territory and property. The Act specifies the terms of the land conveyance and ensures that the land is used for purposes consistent with the park's mission, which aligns with the federal government's role in managing federal lands. There is nothing in the document that appears to violate any specific constitutional protections 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).