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HR837119th Congress
Passed Both Chambers

Transfer of Pleasant Valley Ranger District Site to Gila County for Veterans' Use

Public Lands and Natural Resourcesland transferveteranspublic landslocal government+1 more
Congress.gov·Updated daily·Introduced Jan 31, 2025·Last action Oct 15, 2026·Report a correction
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The bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture, through the Forest Service, to convey ownership of the Pleasant Valley Ranger District Administrative Site, a parcel of approximately 232.9 acres within the Tonto National Forest in Arizona, to Gila County. This transfer is contingent upon the county submitting a written request within 180 days of the bill's enactment. The property transfer will be made without payment to the federal government, by quitclaim deed, and subject to existing rights and any terms the Secretary deems necessary to protect U.S. interests. Gila County will be responsible for all costs related to the conveyance, including surveys, environmental reviews, and compliance with historic preservation laws. The land must be used solely to serve and support veterans of the Armed Forces. If the county uses the land for other purposes, ownership will revert to the federal government at the Secretary's discretion. The bill aims to facilitate local use of federal land to benefit veterans, potentially improving access to services and support in the region.

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Key Points

Main Benefit

Provides Gila County with land to develop or expand services for veterans, potentially improving local veteran support.

Main Concern

The county assumes all costs and liabilities related to the land transfer, which could be financially burdensome.

Who's Affected

Gila County residents and government

Receives land to support veterans' services but must cover transfer costs and manage the property responsibly.

Veterans in Gila County

Potentially benefit from improved or expanded local services and support facilities.

Federal government/Forest Service

Transfers property and responsibility to local government, reducing federal management obligations.

Latest Action

Presented to President.

Estimated Impact

Medium

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