Bill > HR5017

This bill, titled the Port of Benton Restriction Release Act of 2016, directs the Secretary of Transportation, through the Maritime Administrator, to transfer ownership of a specific parcel of real property, approximately 71.5 acres in Richland, Washington, from the United States to the Port of Benton. This transfer is authorized upon the Port of Benton providing full consideration, which can be a cash payment, in-kind contributions like improving federal facilities, or a combination thereof, as determined by the Secretary. The Port will also be responsible for covering any costs incurred by the Secretary in processing this release, such as survey and administrative expenses. The exact details of the property will be finalized by a survey, and the Secretary may impose additional conditions to safeguard U.S. interests.