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Introduced
08/02/2017
08/02/2017
In Committee
08/02/2017
08/02/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
115th Congress
Bill Summary
Forest Service Flexible Partnerships Act of 2017 This bill authorizes the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to lease as an administrative site, for consideration that is at least the market value of the site: any facility or improvement that was acquired or is used for the administration of the National Forest System (NFS); any federal land associated with such a facility or improvement that was acquired or is used for the administration of Forest Service activities and underlies or abuts such facility or improvement; or per fiscal year, no more than 10 isolated, undeveloped parcels no larger than 40 acres each. The bill makes the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 applicable to the leasing of administrative sites, subject to an exception. Cash consideration for an administrative site shall be available to USDA to pay: necessary and incidental costs incurred in acquiring, improving, maintaining, reconstructing, or constructing a facility or improvement for the NFS and the lease of such site; and reasonable commissions or fees for brokerage services obtained regarding the lease.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to lease administrative sites on National Forest System land, such as facilities, improvements, and isolated parcels, for consideration at least equal to the market value of the site. The bill allows the USDA to use the cash consideration to cover costs related to acquiring, improving, maintaining, or constructing facilities for the National Forest System, as well as reasonable brokerage fees. The bill also outlines requirements and procedures for the leasing process, including consultation with local governments, public notice, size limitations, and environmental review considerations. Additionally, the bill requires the USDA to report to Congress on the use of this leasing authority.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (on 08/02/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/senate-bill/1705/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/s1705/BILLS-115s1705is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/s1705/BILLS-115s1705is.pdf.pdf |
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