The “Northern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act of 2024” outlines various provisions for land conveyances and development across multiple counties in Northern Nevada, including economic and conservation initiatives in Douglas County, Incline Village, and others, as well as the protection of tribal cultural resources and public purposes. It also addresses flood protection, public lands correction, and economic development in specific areas such as Carson City, Pershing County, Elko, Fernley, Sparks, and general provisions like the administration of State water rights and the Greenlink West Project.

The purpose of this title is to encourage conservation efforts, enhance public lands, and facilitate responsible development in Douglas County, Nevada, among other goals.

The section provides definitions for terms used in the bill, including "County" as Douglas County, Nevada, "Map" as a specific map dated November 12, 2024, "public land" as defined in a US law, "Secretary concerned" as officials responsible for different lands, "State" as Nevada, and "Tribe" as the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California.

The Secretary is required to transfer approximately 67 acres of land in Nevada to the state, but Nevada must pay for all related costs. This land can only be used for conservation or as a public park, and if it is used for anything else, it might go back to the federal government. The Secretary can also include extra rules to protect U.S. interests and make minor adjustments to boundaries.

The Secretary of Agriculture, along with the County and other stakeholders, is tasked with creating a cooperative management plan for around 13 acres of land known as the “Tahoe Rim Trail North Parcel” to enhance recreational access and conserve natural resources.

The section outlines the conveyance of approximately 7,777 acres of federal land in Douglas County, Nevada, to the county itself. The land can be used for public purposes like recreation or flood control, must not be sold, and may revert to federal ownership if used improperly; the county is responsible for any costs related to the conveyance, including appraisals and surveys, while the Secretary of Agriculture retains rights to determine access and make minor boundary adjustments.

The section outlines the steps for the sale of certain federal lands, including mineral rights, to qualified bidders. It specifies the land details, sale process, compliance with local laws, environmental considerations, distribution of sale proceeds, and ensures that the land can be used for public purposes if elected by state or county authorities, as long as they comply with specific laws.

The section describes a process where the Secretary of Agriculture is required to transfer federally owned land to a County for recreational use without charge. This involves specific terms, including that the County covers costs associated with the transfer, the land cannot be sold, and it must be used as intended, with the possibility of reverting to federal ownership if misused.

The bill section defines how certain Federal lands will be transferred into trust for a Tribe, specifying that the lands will not be used for gaming and can be used for environmental restoration benefiting both the Tribe and government agencies. Additionally, it clarifies that existing water rights or other valid claims remain unaffected by the land's transfer into trust.

The section allows the Secretary of Agriculture to transfer Forest Service land to a State or county without payment, as long as the land is not suitable for Forest Service use and is needed for public purposes, like recreation or environmental protection. If the land is used improperly, it may be returned to the U.S. government.

The section outlines the procedure for issuing special use permits for approximately 188 acres of federal land, describing how the Secretary of Agriculture should handle proposals from local governments for using this land for recreational or other purposes within a year, and sets conditions to protect U.S. interests and ensure legal compliance.

The purpose of this section is to enhance the management of hazardous fuels and improve public recreation by transferring federal land to the Incline Village General Improvement District in Nevada for public use.

In this section, the term "Secretary" refers to the Secretary of Agriculture, and "District" refers to the Incline Village General Improvement District located in the State of Nevada.

The Secretary will transfer ownership of specific federal lands to the District within a year, provided the District takes over responsibility and costs, while ensuring the land is used for public purposes like recreation and fire risk reduction. The District must pay the fair market value for the land and the transfer will follow environmental and legal standards, with easements and boundary adjustments handled as needed.

The purpose of this section is to transfer certain federal land located along the Truckee River in Nevada to the Truckee River Flood Management Authority. This transfer aims to support environmental restoration and manage flood control.

The section provides definitions for terms used within a specific part of a bill. It clarifies that "Secretary" refers to the Secretary of the Interior and includes the Bureau of Land Management and the Bureau of Reclamation, and that "TRFMA" stands for the Truckee River Flood Management Authority located in Nevada.

The section authorizes the transfer of certain federal lands to the Truckee River Flood Management Authority (TRFMA) without cost, for flood protection and river restoration purposes along the Truckee River in Nevada. TRFMA must pay any conveyance-related costs and the land may revert to the United States if used inconsistently with these purposes.

The section defines important terms such as “Secretary,” which refers to the Secretary of Agriculture for land in the National Forest System and the Secretary of the Interior for other federal lands. It also defines “City” as Carson City, Nevada, and describes the “Carson City Federal Land Collaboration Committee” as a group including the City Manager, their designee, and up to three members appointed by the Carson City Board of Supervisors to represent different areas of the city's government.

The section outlines the requirements for the U.S. government to transfer ownership of a specific parcel of land (about 258 acres) to Carson City. This transfer involves the city paying all related costs and ensuring the land's market value through an appraisal. Carson City can later sell or lease the land, but any sale must reflect the fair market value, with proceeds handled as per existing laws.

The section authorizes the transfer of certain federal lands to Carson City for roadway expansion, requiring Carson City to pay fair market value and cover associated costs like surveys and appraisals. Carson City must also build a crosswalk for safety, while the federal government discloses environmental hazards without having to clean them up, and the Secretary can make adjustments to land boundaries and descriptions if needed.

The section amends existing law to allow the City to sell or lease land to other parties for purposes like economic development or recreation, as long as it aligns with the 1926 Recreation and Public Purposes Act. The land must be sold for at least its fair market value, and the money from the sale will be deposited into a specified account.

The section outlines the disposal process for approximately 28 acres of federal land in Carson City, specifying that all related expenses are the responsibility of the buyer. It also states that the City will retain certain utility and drainage easements on the land after the sale.

The section outlines that the City must transfer ownership of about 17 acres of land to the Secretary of the Interior within a year. The land may then be sold, with costs related to the sale and transfer being covered by the respective parties involved, and the City will keep certain easements and rights-of-way on the land. Costs for cleaning hazardous substances will be covered by those responsible per the law.

The section outlines the handling of money from selling certain lands, which is placed in a special Treasury account called the "Carson City Special Account." This money can be used for various purposes, such as covering sale preparation costs, wildlife conservation, wildfire prevention, buying environmentally sensitive lands, and even educational projects in Carson City, with earnings from the account’s investments also available for use.

Section 408 amends a previous law to require the Secretary of the Interior to sell specific land to the highest qualified bidder within two years of the Northern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act of 2024, if there is a qualified bidder.

The first section of this bill states that the official name for the title is the “Pershing County Economic Development and Conservation Act.”

This section defines key terms used in the bill, such as “appropriate congressional committees” which refers to specific House and Senate committees, and specifies definitions for various land-related terms like “eligible land,” “encumbered land,” and “qualified entity” concerning lands in Pershing County, Nevada, as well as identifying roles like the “Secretary of the Interior.”

Congress has found that the checkerboard land pattern created by the Pacific Railway Act of 1862 has made land management difficult and costly for the Federal Government and local entities. They believe consolidating the land through sales and exchanges could enhance the local tax base and streamline Federal land management.

The section authorizes the sale or exchange of eligible federal land, with sales to be carried out through competitive bidding and exchanges ensuring equal value, unless adjusted. It outlines processes for selection, appraisal, and potential postponement or exclusion for ecological or safety reasons, and details conditions under which selected land is withdrawn from mining and other claims until sold or exchanged.

The section allows the Secretary to sell U.S. interests in encumbered land to qualified entities within two years for fair market value. The buyer must cover all sale costs, and once sold, they will receive full ownership, merging any existing mineral rights they have with the new ownership.

In Section 506, proceeds from the sale of land are allocated with 5% going to the State for education, 10% to the County as per their budget procedures, and the rest to a special account in the U.S. Treasury. This account can be used by the Secretary for land acquisitions that benefit the environment or public access, and to cover certain costs. Additionally, the special account earns interest and the Secretary is required to report every five years on its activity, including deposits, expenditures, and balance.

The section authorizes the Secretary of the Interior and Secretary of Agriculture to set up a "Federal Complex" on certain federal lands for use by various federal agencies, including the Bureau of Land Management and the Forest Service. Funding for this complex can come from special federal accounts and, if needed, other available accounts from related agencies.

This section specifies that the title may be referred to as the "Elko Economic Development Act."

In this part of the bill, several terms are defined: "City" refers to the City of Elko, Nevada; "County" refers to Elko County, Nevada; "Federal land identified for the City of Elko" is about 644 acres of federal land planned to be given to the City of Elko; "Federal land identified for Elko County" refers to about 3,475 acres of federal land planned for Elko County; and "Secretary" means the Secretary of the Interior.

The Secretary will sell specific federal land to the City of Elko, Nevada, for fair market value, as determined by an approved appraisal process. The City must pay the appraised value and cover all related costs, and any proceeds from the sale will go into a special account created by a 1998 law.

The section outlines that the Secretary will sell specific federal land in Elko County to the County for its fair market value, as determined by specific appraisal standards. The County must pay this value along with all associated costs, and the proceeds will go to a special account from the Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act of 1998.

The section provides the short title for the bill, which is called the "Fernley Economic Development Act."

The bill section describes how land owned by the United States will be sold to the City of Fernley, Nevada, at fair market value, with the City covering all related costs. It also specifies that the proceeds from this sale will go into a special account and defines key terms used in the section, like "City," "map," "Federal land," and "Secretary."

The section provides definitions for specific terms used in the bill: "City" refers to the City of Sparks, Nevada; "Map" refers to the Sparks Public Purpose Conveyances map dated April 15, 2020; and "Secretary" refers to the Secretary of the Interior.

The U.S. government plans to give a 40-acre piece of land to the City to be used as a public cemetery, without expecting payment for the land itself. However, the City must cover any costs related to the conveyance, such as surveys and administrative expenses.

The section authorizes the transfer of certain lands to the City for use as regional public parks, with the requirement that the City covers associated costs and uses the land only for public parks or similar public purposes. If the land is used improperly, it could be taken back by the United States.

The section states that this Act does not change who owns or controls any water rights that were already in place before the Act was enacted. These rights could belong to the United States, an Indian Tribe, a State, or an individual.

Section 1002 amends a previous law to clarify that the Federal land in Storey County, Nevada can include an area labeled as "BLM Owned County Request Transfer" on a specific map called "Restoring Storey County" dated October 22, 2020.

The section requires that maps and legal descriptions for the land to be conveyed under this Act must be finalized and made available to the public. It also allows for minor boundary adjustments and corrections of errors on these documents if agreed upon by the Secretary and the land recipients.

The Secretary, working with Nevada, is allowed to make small changes to the boundaries of federal land being transferred and fix any small mistakes in the related maps, acreage numbers, or legal descriptions.

The Greenlink West Project section outlines that if the Walker Lake Parcel in Nevada is taken into trust for the Walker River Paiute Tribe, the Tribe's consent is assumed for using this land for the Project. The land use will undergo environmental review under the National Environmental Policy Act, and a right-of-way agreement, including compensation and operation terms, must be approved by the Secretary and the Tribe before construction begins.