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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS

Senate BillS 1860Forests, forestry, treesUtah

Brian Head Town Land Conveyance Act

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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This bill matters because it changes the ownership of federal public land, shifting it to local control for specific community purposes. For Brian Head Town, gaining this land for free could be a significant benefit, allowing them to expand essential public services, such as a water treatment plant, maintenance facility, or other infrastructure without the financial burden of land acquisition.

If this bill becomes law, the town gains land for development, potentially enhancing local services and infrastructure. If it doesn't pass, the land remains federal property within the Dixie National Forest, and Brian Head Town would need to find alternative solutions for its public works needs, which could involve purchasing private land or seeking different federal land use agreements.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer approximately 24 acres of National Forest System land to Brian Head Town, Utah.

This provision is the core action of the bill, changing federal land into local municipal property.

PROVISION 02

Specifies that the land transfer will occur without Brian Head Town having to pay for the property.

This means the town receives the land as a gift, eliminating a significant financial cost for local development.

PROVISION 03

Allows Brian Head Town to use the transferred land for a public works facility or any other necessary town uses.

This provision clarifies the intended purpose and flexibility for the town's use of the acquired land.

PROVISION 04

Requires the Secretary of Agriculture to modify the boundary of the Dixie National Forest after the land is conveyed.

This ensures official records and maps reflect the change in land ownership and national forest boundaries.

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ACTION TIMELINE

4 EVENTS

DEC 17

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

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DEC 2

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held.

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MAY 22

Introduced in Senate

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MAY 22

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

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BILL INFO

TypeSenate Bill

NumberS 1860

Congress119th

StatusReported

IntroducedMay 22, 2025

Last actionDec 17, 2025

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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 22, 2025

Senate BillS 1860Forests, forestry, treesUtah

Brian Head Town Land Conveyance Act

INTRODUCED MAY 22, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 17, 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
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Passed Senate
Passed House
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer approximately 24 acres of National Forest System land to Brian Head Town, Utah.

This provision is the core action of the bill, changing federal land into local municipal property.

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Specifies that the land transfer will occur without Brian Head Town having to pay for the property.

This means the town receives the land as a gift, eliminating a significant financial cost for local development.

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Allows Brian Head Town to use the transferred land for a public works facility or any other necessary town uses.

This provision clarifies the intended purpose and flexibility for the town's use of the acquired land.

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Requires the Secretary of Agriculture to modify the boundary of the Dixie National Forest after the land is conveyed.

This ensures official records and maps reflect the change in land ownership and national forest boundaries.

DEADLINES & DATES

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As soon as practicable after the date of enactment of this Act

The Secretary of Agriculture shall convey the federal land to Brian Head Town.

On the conveyance of the Federal land

The Secretary shall modify the boundary of the Dixie National Forest.

GLOSSARY

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Convey: To legally transfer ownership of property from one party to another.
National Forest System land: Land owned by the federal government and managed by the U U.S. Forest Service for various purposes, including timber, recreation, wildlife, and water resources.
Secretary of Agriculture: The head of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, responsible for federal policy on farming, food, and forestry, including the U.S. Forest Service.
Without consideration: Meaning without payment or any other exchange of value in return for the property.
Public works facility: A building, structure, or system built by the government for public use, such as a water treatment plant, sanitation facility, or municipal garage.
Date of enactment: The date a bill officially becomes law after being passed by both houses of Congress and signed by the President, or if Congress overrides a presidential veto.

ACTION TIMELINE

4 EVENTS

DEC 17, 25

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

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DEC 2, 25

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held.

COMMITTEE

MAY 22, 25

Introduced in Senate

INTROREFERRAL

MAY 22, 25

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

INTROREFERRAL

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