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La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act
2/12/2026, 12:03 PM
Summary of Bill S 909
Bill 119 s 909, also known as the La Paz County Land Conveyance Act, is a piece of legislation that authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to transfer certain land to La Paz County, Arizona. The purpose of this bill is to facilitate the transfer of land from federal ownership to local control, allowing for more efficient and effective management of the land.
The bill specifies that the land to be conveyed must be located within La Paz County and must be identified as suitable for conveyance by the Secretary of the Interior. The transfer of land is subject to certain conditions, including the requirement that the land be used for public purposes and that any revenue generated from the land be used for the benefit of La Paz County.
In addition to authorizing the land transfer, the bill also includes provisions for the protection of natural resources and the preservation of cultural and historical sites on the conveyed land. It also requires the Secretary of the Interior to consult with relevant stakeholders, including tribal governments, before finalizing the transfer. Overall, Bill 119 s 909 aims to streamline the management of federal land in La Paz County, Arizona, by transferring certain parcels to local control while ensuring the protection of natural resources and cultural heritage.
The bill specifies that the land to be conveyed must be located within La Paz County and must be identified as suitable for conveyance by the Secretary of the Interior. The transfer of land is subject to certain conditions, including the requirement that the land be used for public purposes and that any revenue generated from the land be used for the benefit of La Paz County.
In addition to authorizing the land transfer, the bill also includes provisions for the protection of natural resources and the preservation of cultural and historical sites on the conveyed land. It also requires the Secretary of the Interior to consult with relevant stakeholders, including tribal governments, before finalizing the transfer. Overall, Bill 119 s 909 aims to streamline the management of federal land in La Paz County, Arizona, by transferring certain parcels to local control while ensuring the protection of natural resources and cultural heritage.
Congressional Summary of S 909
La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act
This bill directs the Department of the Interior, after receiving a request from La Paz County, Arizona, to convey approximately 3,400 acres of identified land managed by the Bureau of Land Management to the county for fair market value.
Interior must exclude from the conveyance any federal land that contains significant cultural, environmental, wildlife, or recreational resources.
As a condition of the conveyance, La Paz County and any subsequent owner must
- make good faith efforts to avoid disturbing tribal artifacts;
- minimize impacts on tribal artifacts if they are disturbed;
- coordinate with the Colorado River Indian Tribes Tribal Historic Preservation Office to identify artifacts of cultural and historic significance; and
- allow tribal representatives to rebury unearthed artifacts at, or near, where they were discovered.
The federal land is withdrawn from the operation of U.S. mining and mineral leasing laws.
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Current Status of Bill S 909
Bill S 909 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 10, 2025. Bill S 909 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 10, 2025. Bill S 909's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 336. as of February 11, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 909
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 909
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesPotential Impact Areas
- Arizona
- Historical and cultural resources
- Indian lands and resources rights
- Land transfers
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 909
A bill to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to convey certain land to La Paz County, Arizona, and for other purposes.
A bill to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to convey certain land to La Paz County, Arizona, and for other purposes.
Comments
Pablo Nichols
30,914
4 months ago
I don't care about this bill. It's just another waste of time and money. Why should I bother with it? Just let it pass and move on.
Legacy Chu
31,063
4 months ago
this bill is bad for jobs and energy, sad to see it pass #disappointed
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 909
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