H.R.618 - Apex Area Technical Corrections Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 618, the Apex Area Technical Corrections Act, amends the Apex Project, Nevada Land Transfer and Authorization Act of 1989. The bill includes the City of North Las Vegas and the Apex Industrial Park Owners Association in the original act. It also addresses land transfers, mineral rights, and environmental compliance within the Apex Site.
Expected Effects
This act will likely streamline land management and development processes within the Apex Site by clarifying roles and responsibilities. It also ensures environmental considerations are integrated into future land transfers. The changes aim to facilitate economic development while adhering to environmental regulations.
Potential Benefits
- Clarifies the roles of Clark County, the City of North Las Vegas, and the Apex Industrial Park Owners Association in land management.
- Streamlines the process for selling mineral materials resulting from grading and land balancing.
- Ensures compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 for future land transfers.
- Potentially fosters economic development within the Apex Site by removing certain restrictions on mineral sales.
- Provides for perpetual withdrawal of transferred lands, ensuring long-term control and use.
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Potential Disadvantages
- May create potential conflicts of interest between the involved entities (Clark County, City of North Las Vegas, and Apex Industrial Park Owners Association).
- Could lead to increased development and potential environmental impacts if not carefully managed.
- The exemption from certain regulations on mineral sales might raise concerns about environmental oversight.
- The act's focus on a specific geographic area may not address broader regional or national needs.
- The technical nature of the corrections might obscure the full implications for the general public.
Constitutional Alignment
The act appears to align with the Property Clause (Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2) of the U.S. Constitution, which grants Congress the power to dispose of and regulate federal territory and property. The amendments made by this act pertain to the management and transfer of federal lands in Nevada. The requirement for compliance with environmental laws also aligns with the general welfare clause.
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).