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Federal Land Management Change in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

This bill changes how certain federal lands in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, are managed. Some land will be transferred to U.S. Customs and Border Protection for a training center, while other parcels will go to Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. These changes do not involve monetary reimbursement, meaning no direct cost to taxpayers for the land transfers.
Key points
Approximately 25 acres of land in Harpers Ferry will be transferred to U.S. Customs and Border Protection for their advanced training center.
Approximately 71.51 acres of land will be transferred to Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, potentially impacting recreational areas.
The land transfers occur without monetary reimbursement, meaning no direct cost to citizens for these transactions.
If the land transferred to Customs and Border Protection is no longer needed, it will revert to the National Historical Park, ensuring its future preservation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2280
Sponsor: Sen. Justice, James C. [R-WV]
Process start date: 2025-07-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to transfer administrative jurisdiction over certain parcels of Federal land in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2280.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Approximately 25 acres of land in Harpers Ferry will be transferred to U.S. Customs and Border Protection for their advanced training center.
  • Approximately 71.51 acres of land will be transferred to Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, potentially impacting recreational areas.
  • The land transfers occur without monetary reimbursement, meaning no direct cost to citizens for these transactions.
  • If the land transferred to Customs and Border Protection is no longer needed, it will revert to the National Historical Park, ensuring its future preservation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Justice, James C. [R-WV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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