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Federal Land Transfer to La Paz County for Solar Energy and Job Creation.

This Act authorizes the sale of approximately 3,400 acres of federal land in Arizona to La Paz County to facilitate solar energy projects and job creation. The County must pay the fair market value and cover all transaction costs. This move aims to boost the local economy and promote clean energy development while protecting cultural and environmental resources.
Key points
The land transfer is intended to support solar farm construction, potentially creating new jobs and revenue for the local community.
The sale excludes land with significant cultural, environmental, or recreational value, ensuring the protection of important resources.
The County is required to protect Tribal cultural artifacts and coordinate with the Colorado River Indian Tribes regarding historical preservation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8517
Sponsor: Rep. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-9]
Process start date: 2024-05-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8517.

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 2024-05-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The land transfer is intended to support solar farm construction, potentially creating new jobs and revenue for the local community.
  • The sale excludes land with significant cultural, environmental, or recreational value, ensuring the protection of important resources.
  • The County is required to protect Tribal cultural artifacts and coordinate with the Colorado River Indian Tribes regarding historical preservation.
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. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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