What does Preamble of La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act do?

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to convey land to La Paz County, Arizona The bill has other purposes beyond land conveyance The bill was introduced by Mr. Gallego and reported by Mr. Lee

What does SHORT TITLE. of La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act do?

This bill is formally titled the La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act.

What does DEFINITIONS. of La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act do?

This section defines terms used in the Act The term 'County' refers to La Paz County, Arizona The term 'Federal land' refers to approximately 3,400 acres of land The term 'map' refers to a specific map dated June 29, 2023 The term 'Secretary' refers to the Secretary of the Interior

What does CONVEYANCE TO LA PAZ COUNTY, ARIZONA. of La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act do?

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to convey Federal land to La Paz County, Arizona. The conveyance is subject to valid existing rights and terms and conditions determined by the Secretary. Land with significant cultural, environmental, wildlife, or recreational resources is excluded from the conveyance. The conveyance requires payment of the fair market value of the land, determined through appraisals. La Paz County must make good faith efforts to protect Tribal cultural artifacts and coordinate with the Colorado River Indian Tribes. The Federal land is withdrawn from mining and mineral leasing laws. The County must pay all costs associated with the conveyance, including surveys and appraisals. Proceeds from the land sale will be deposited into the Federal Land Disposal Account and used according to the Federal Land Transaction Facilitation Act.

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La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act

Last updated: 2/11/2026 · Introduced: 3/10/2025

Author: Ruben Gallego (D-AZ)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to transfer approximately 3,400 acres of federal land to La Paz County, Arizona, contingent upon payment of fair market value and adherence to specific conditions.
The transferred land will be withdrawn from mining and mineral leasing, and La Paz County is required to protect Tribal cultural artifacts and coordinate with the Colorado River Indian Tribes.
Proceeds from the land sale will be deposited into the Federal Land Disposal Account and utilized according to the Federal Land Transaction Facilitation Act.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 1043(Signed into Law)Official page

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