S.392 - Sloan Canyon Conservation and Lateral Pipeline Act (119th Congress)
Summary
S.392, the Sloan Canyon Conservation and Lateral Pipeline Act, proposes to adjust the boundary of the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area and facilitate the construction of a water pipeline. The bill amends the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area Act to expand the conservation area by approximately 9,290 acres and grants a right-of-way to the Southern Nevada Water Authority for a water pipeline. This pipeline aims to improve water transmission capabilities in the region.
Expected Effects
The bill's passage would lead to an expansion of the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area, impacting land management and conservation efforts. It would also enable the Southern Nevada Water Authority to construct and operate a water pipeline, potentially improving water infrastructure. This could also lead to some environmental impacts during construction.
Potential Benefits
- Increased conservation area size, potentially protecting more natural resources.
- Improved water infrastructure for Southern Nevada.
- Potential economic benefits from construction jobs.
- Clarification of rights-of-way for utility corridors.
- Allows for disposal of excavated materials on federal land to further BLM interests.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential environmental impacts from pipeline construction.
- Possible disruption to existing land uses during construction.
- Concerns about the impact on conservation area resources, despite mitigation efforts.
- Potential conflicts with existing rights and land management plans.
- Possible negative impact on the aesthetic value of the conservation area.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Property Clause (Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2) of the U.S. Constitution, which grants Congress the power to manage and dispose of federal lands. The establishment and modification of national conservation areas fall under this power. The bill also addresses infrastructure development, which can be argued as promoting the general welfare, as stated in the Preamble.
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).