Bill > S2734

This bill, titled the "Oregon and California Land Grant Act of 2014," aims to improve timber management on specific federal lands in Oregon, known as Oregon and California Railroad and Coos Bay Wagon Road grant lands, and for other related purposes. Key provisions include establishing new management strategies for these lands, emphasizing a balance between timber production, watershed protection, local economic stability, and recreation, while also designating new wilderness areas and wild and scenic river segments. The bill also addresses the treatment of timber gains for tax purposes, mandates a report from the U.S. International Trade Commission on wood and related products, and includes provisions for tribal land conveyances and amendments to existing acts. Importantly, it outlines specific management approaches for different forest types (Moist Forestry Emphasis Areas and Dry Forestry Emphasis Areas) and establishes conservation networks and special management units to protect ecological values, drinking water sources, and recreational opportunities. The bill also details processes for environmental review, public comment, and judicial review of management decisions, and includes measures for land ownership consolidation through exchanges and sales to create more contiguous federal holdings. Finally, it designates several new wild and scenic river segments and expands existing wilderness areas.