To require the Secretary of Agriculture to convey a parcel of property of the Forest Service to Perry County, Arkansas, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 3187 directs the Secretary of Agriculture to convey a specific parcel of Forest Service property to Perry County, Arkansas. The land, approximately 0.81 acres, is located at 1069 Fourche Avenue, Perryville, Arkansas. The conveyance is contingent upon the County's written request within 180 days of the Act's enactment.
Expected Effects
Perry County, Arkansas will gain ownership of the specified property. The county is expected to use the land for public purposes, such as supporting education and youth development. If the land ceases to be used for public purposes, it may revert back to the United States.
Potential Benefits
- Allows Perry County to utilize the land for public purposes, potentially enhancing community services.
- Transfers responsibility for the property to the local government, which may be more responsive to local needs.
- Could lead to improved facilities or programs for education and youth development in the area.
- The conveyance is made without consideration, reducing the financial burden on the county.
- Specifies a clear process for the land transfer, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Potential Disadvantages
- The county bears the costs associated with the conveyance, including surveys and environmental analyses.
- The property must be used for public purposes; otherwise, it reverts to the United States, limiting the county's flexibility.
- The federal government relinquishes control of the property, potentially losing an asset.
- The environmental conditions are conveyed without warranty, potentially exposing the county to unforeseen liabilities.
- The benefit is limited to a specific county, potentially raising questions of equity with other jurisdictions.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution, particularly Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the power to dispose of property belonging to the United States. The specific allocation to Perry County, Arkansas, falls within the broad scope of congressional authority over federal assets. There are no apparent infringements on individual rights or liberties as defined by the Bill of Rights.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).