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Federal Land Registry: Improved Public Property Management

This new law requires the Department of the Interior to create and maintain a digital inventory of all real property owned by the federal government. This aims to streamline the management of these lands, potentially leading to more efficient use of natural resources and better environmental protection. The registry will be publicly accessible, increasing government transparency.
Key points
A publicly accessible, digital registry of all federal government-owned real property will be created, increasing transparency and access to information about public lands.
Improved management of federal lands may lead to more efficient resource utilization, environmental protection, and development planning.
The act provides for cooperation with state and local authorities, and the possibility of co-financing the inclusion of non-federal lands in the registry.
The goal is to eliminate data duplication and achieve cost savings in federal property management.
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Print number: 117_HR_5522
Sponsor: Rep. Kind, Ron [D-WI-3]
Process start date: 2021-10-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Land Asset Inventory Reform Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5522.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A publicly accessible, digital registry of all federal government-owned real property will be created, increasing transparency and access to information about public lands.
  • Improved management of federal lands may lead to more efficient resource utilization, environmental protection, and development planning.
  • The act provides for cooperation with state and local authorities, and the possibility of co-financing the inclusion of non-federal lands in the registry.
  • The goal is to eliminate data duplication and achieve cost savings in federal property management.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Kind, Ron [D-WI-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 495.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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