Lander County Land Management and Conservation Act, Nevada
This act transfers federal land to Lander County, Nevada, to support airport development, water resource protection, recreation, and parks. Additionally, it designates new wilderness areas, aiming to protect natural environments and wildlife while allowing traditional Native American uses.
Key points
Lander County will receive federal land for airport expansion, improving firefighting capabilities and transportation.
Land will be conveyed for watershed protection, recreation, and parks, increasing access to green spaces and natural resources.
New wilderness areas will be designated, protecting valuable ecosystems and wildlife habitats, while allowing existing livestock grazing and traditional hunting.
The act does not affect existing water rights and does not create new federal reserved water rights for wilderness areas.
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