S. 1350
119th CONGRESS 1st Session
To modify the boundaries of the Talladega National Forest, and for other purposes.
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES · April 8, 2025 · Sponsor: Mr. Tuberville · Committee: Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry
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SEC. 1. Talladega National Forest boundary modification
- (a) In general
- The boundaries of the Talladega National Forest are modified to include the land depicted on the map entitled and dated September 6, 2024.
Talladega National Forest Proposed Proclamation Boundary Addition
- The boundaries of the Talladega National Forest are modified to include the land depicted on the map entitled and dated September 6, 2024.
- (b) Map
- The map described in subsection (a) shall be on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate office of the Forest Service.
- (c) Acquisitions
- (1) In general
- Within the area delineated on the map described in subsection (a), the Secretary of Agriculture may use the land acquisition authorities applicable to the National Forest System, including the Act of March 1, 1911 (commonly known as the ) (36 Stat. 961, chapter 186; ), to acquire land, waters, and interests therein.
Weeks Law16 U.S.C. 552 et seq.
- Within the area delineated on the map described in subsection (a), the Secretary of Agriculture may use the land acquisition authorities applicable to the National Forest System, including the Act of March 1, 1911 (commonly known as the ) (36 Stat. 961, chapter 186; ), to acquire land, waters, and interests therein.
- (2) Management
- Land acquired pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be managed as land acquired under the Act of March 1, 1911 (commonly known as the ) (36 Stat. 961, chapter 186; ), and in accordance with all laws and regulations pertaining to the National Forest System.
Weeks Law16 U.S.C. 552 et seq.
- Land acquired pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be managed as land acquired under the Act of March 1, 1911 (commonly known as the ) (36 Stat. 961, chapter 186; ), and in accordance with all laws and regulations pertaining to the National Forest System.
- (3) Standards
- The Secretary shall ensure that any private land or waters and any interest in private land or waters acquired pursuant to paragraph (1) is acquired—
- from a willing seller by donation, exchange, or purchase using donated or appropriated funds; and
- to the extent practicable, without undue delay.
- The Secretary shall ensure that any private land or waters and any interest in private land or waters acquired pursuant to paragraph (1) is acquired—
- (1) In general