Swanson and Hugh Butler Reservoirs Land Conveyances Act

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The legislation facilitates the conveyance of specific federal lands at Swanson Reservoir and Hugh Butler Reservoir in Nebraska to local counties.
Defines key terms related to the conveyance, including “fair market value,” “requested federal land,” and specific land designations (e.g., Swanson Permitted Cabin Land).
Requires the Secretary of the Interior to negotiate title transfer agreements with Hitchcock County and Frontier County within three years of enactment.
Prohibits subdivision of the conveyed lands and mandates that they be managed for similar purposes as they were prior to conveyance.
Establishes a framework for appraising the fair market value of the lands, ensuring that improvements made by permit holders are not included in the appraisal.
Outlines the responsibilities of the counties to demonstrate their capability to manage the lands and comply with applicable laws and standards.
Specifies that the United States will not be liable for flood damage or other claims related to the conveyed lands, except for actions caused by the U.S. prior to enactment.
Ensures compliance with environmental and historic preservation laws before the conveyance of the lands.
Maintains existing management agreements and permits in effect until the conveyance is completed.

The legislation facilitates the conveyance of specific federal lands at Swanson Reservoir and Hugh Butler Reservoir in Nebraska to local counties.
Defines key terms related to the conveyance, including “fair market value,” “requested federal land,” and specific land designations (e.g., Swanson Permitted Cabin Land).
Requires the Secretary of the Interior to negotiate title transfer agreements with Hitchcock County and Frontier County within three years of enactment.
Prohibits subdivision of the conveyed lands and mandates that they be managed for similar purposes as they were prior to conveyance.
Establishes a framework for appraising the fair market value of the lands, ensuring that improvements made by permit holders are not included in the appraisal.
Outlines the responsibilities of the counties to demonstrate their capability to manage the lands and comply with applicable laws and standards.
Specifies that the United States will not be liable for flood damage or other claims related to the conveyed lands, except for actions caused by the U.S. prior to enactment.
Ensures compliance with environmental and historic preservation laws before the conveyance of the lands.
Maintains existing management agreements and permits in effect until the conveyance is completed.