Bill > S4457

This bill, the Southern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act, provides for conservation and economic development in the State of Nevada. Key provisions include: - Transferring land to be held in trust for the Moapa Band of Paiutes and the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe for tribal empowerment and economic development. - Adjusting the boundaries of the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and designating new special management areas to conserve natural resources. - Conveying federal land to local governments in Nevada for public purposes like public safety, water supply, and affordable housing. - Adding new wilderness areas to the National Wilderness Preservation System. - Establishing off-highway vehicle recreation areas and completing construction of flood control facilities. - Clarifying jurisdiction over fish and wildlife management on federal lands in Nevada. The bill aims to balance conservation efforts with economic development opportunities in Southern Nevada.