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Transfer of Federal Land 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 for the development of solar energy projects. The sale must occur at fair market value, aiming to stimulate local job creation and economic growth. Crucially, the law mandates the exclusion of land containing significant cultural, environmental, or recreational resources.
Key points
Local Development: La Paz County gains land for solar energy investments, expected to generate new employment opportunities.
Environmental Safeguards: Land containing significant cultural, environmental, wildlife, or recreational resources must be excluded from the sale.
Tribal Protection: Requires coordination with the Colorado River Indian Tribes to protect cultural artifacts found on the conveyed land.
Public Finances: The County must pay the full fair market value and cover all administrative costs related to the land transfer.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1657
Sponsor: Sen. Sinema, Kyrsten [I-AZ]
Process start date: 2023-05-17
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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_S_1657.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Local Development: La Paz County gains land for solar energy investments, expected to generate new employment opportunities.
  • Environmental Safeguards: Land containing significant cultural, environmental, wildlife, or recreational resources must be excluded from the sale.
  • Tribal Protection: Requires coordination with the Colorado River Indian Tribes to protect cultural artifacts found on the conveyed land.
  • Public Finances: The County must pay the full fair market value and cover all administrative costs related to the land transfer.
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 Sen. Sinema, Kyrsten [I-AZ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 279.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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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