Southern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act
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Overview
The Southern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act aims to promote economic development and protect natural resources in Southern Nevada. It includes provisions for tribal land transfers, adjustments to conservation areas like Red Rock Canyon and Sloan Canyon, land conveyances to Clark County and the Moapa Valley Water District for public purposes, and designations of new wilderness areas. The bill also addresses issues such as wildfire response, utility corridors, and the creation of a job creation zone.
Key provisions
- Transfers land to the Moapa Band of Paiutes and the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe for tribal economic development.
- Adjusts the boundaries of Red Rock Canyon and Sloan Canyon National Conservation Areas.
- Authorizes land conveyances to Clark County for public safety facilities, water infrastructure, and a fire training facility.
- Revokes portions of the Ivanpah Area of Critical Environmental Concern and establishes special management areas.
- Designates new wilderness areas, including Mount Stirling, Gates of the Grand Canyon, and Southern Paiute Wilderness.
- Allows for the movement of sand and gravel on surface estates for specific purposes.
- Establishes a Southern Nevada Limited Transition Area.
- Modifies the Recreation and Public Purposes Act to facilitate immediate management modifications for public safety.
Who is affected
- Moapa Band of Paiutes
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