The Southern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act outlines various initiatives including transferring land to tribal ownership, adjusting conservation area boundaries, and supporting local government projects in Nevada. The Act also addresses wilderness preservation, infrastructure development for public use, and the implementation of watershed plans in the stated regions.

The section provides definitions for terms used in the Act, including "County" as Clark County, Nevada, "Federal incidental take permit" related to the Endangered Species Act, "Secretary" as the Secretary of the Interior, "State" as Nevada, and "unit of local government" as defined in another law.

The bill section outlines the transfer of about 44,950 acres of land to be held in trust for the Moapa Band of Paiutes by the United States, including rights-of-way for certain transmission facilities, and specifies that the land will not be used for class II or III gaming. Additionally, it clarifies that there are no federal water rights attached to the land, although the Tribe may retain water rights granted under state law.

The section explains that the United States government will hold about 196 acres of land in trust for the Moapa Band of Paiutes Tribe, making it part of their reservation. It also states that a survey to establish the land's boundaries must be completed within 180 days after the act becomes law.

The section deals with transferring a portion of land to be held in trust by the United States for the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe, adding it to their reservation. It sets conditions like granting a right-of-way for a power line, prohibiting gaming on the land, and clarifying water rights without affecting a pre-existing agreement with the city or U.S. reserved water rights.

The section amends the definition of a "public park" in the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area Protection and Enhancement Act of 2002, clarifying that it includes land developed or managed through a partnership between Clark County, Nevada, and private entities for recreational and supportive uses, which may involve charging fees to enter or use parts of the park.

The Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area boundary adjustment section modifies a previous law to update the size of the area to about 253,950 acres, according to a 2023 map.

The section discusses changes to the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act of 1998, allowing for more land disposal near Las Vegas and prioritizing the review of land use applications for affordable housing. It also enables local governments to use public-private partnerships for affordable housing on federal land exempt from certain requirements, with possible additional terms set by the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.

The bill revokes the Ivanpah Area of Critical Environmental Concern and establishes several Special Management Areas in the county, which will be managed by the Bureau of Land Management to protect various natural and cultural resources. It outlines restrictions on motorized vehicles, road construction, and new uses of land, while allowing for necessary utility and transportation corridor maintenance and development, and clarifies that this does not interfere with existing airport projects or rights-of-way.

The section outlines that if Clark County submits a complete application to update their habitat conservation plan, the Secretary will credit about 358,964 acres of land as a mitigation measure for potential development impacts and may extend the conservation plan's duration. It also clarifies that this Act does not change any existing aspects of the Clark County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan.

The bill section states that the peak of Frenchman Mountain, located in the State at specific geographic coordinates, will be officially named "Maude Frazier Mountain." Any mention of this peak in US laws, maps, or documents will now refer to it by this new name.

The section amends the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act to include the Tule Springs Fossil Bed National Monument as one of the areas eligible for a special account, alongside the Great Basin National Park and other designated areas.

The section of the bill makes a small change to the 2009 Omnibus Public Land Management Act by adding language that includes any future owners or parties interested in the Nevada Cancer Institute land.

The bill proposes adjusting the boundary of the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area by referencing a new map dated June 7, 2023, and increasing its total area from 48,438 to 57,728 acres. It also grants the Southern Nevada Water Authority rights to build and operate a water pipeline in specified areas with certain conditions to protect conservation resources, ensuring that existing and future utility corridors and rights-of-way are preserved and managed appropriately.

The section establishes the Sloan Job Creation Zone, which is 354 acres of federal land in Sloan, Nevada. This zone will be transferred to Clark County, which can use the land for nonresidential development or public purposes, follow certain planning rules, and meet noise compatibility requirements; if not used or managed as specified within 30 years, it may revert back to the federal government.

The section outlines amendments to the Apex Project, Nevada Land Transfer and Authorization Act of 1989, which involve updating definitions, allowing Clark County, North Las Vegas, or the Apex Industrial Park Owners Association to gain land rights, and authorizing the sale of mineral materials from land activities without formal bidding. Additionally, it mandates compliance with environmental laws for any land transfers within the Apex Site.

The text describes changes to a law from 2002, where several areas of federal land managed by different agencies are now added to the National Wilderness Preservation System. This includes new designations such as the "Mount Stirling Wilderness" and the "Southern Paiute Wilderness," each comprising thousands of acres, and emphasizes that these changes use the current bill's enactment date for reference within related wilderness laws.

In this section, the City of Boulder City, Nevada, is allowed to request a transfer of specific federal land from the United States without any payment. The land must be used for public purposes, and if it ever stops being used for those purposes, it could be returned to the U.S., especially if it's in the nation's best interest; if the land is contaminated, the City is responsible for cleanup.

The section allows the city of Mesquite, Nevada to receive about 250 acres of federal land for free to help protect the Virgin River watershed by implementing a management plan. If the land is no longer used for this purpose, it may return to federal ownership, and the city must clean up any hazardous waste if needed.

Clark County, Nevada, is authorized to receive certain parcels of federal land without payment, for use as public safety and training facilities, as long as the land is used for its intended purpose; otherwise, it may revert back to the United States. The county is responsible for covering survey and related costs and must address any hazardous waste if a reversion occurs.

The section authorizes the Moapa Valley Water District in Nevada to receive around 121 acres of federal land without charge for building and maintaining water infrastructure for certain local communities. If the land is no longer used for this public purpose, it may revert to the United States, with the District responsible for cleaning up any hazardous waste if the land is contaminated.

In this section, the City of North Las Vegas, Nevada, is authorized to receive approximately 10 acres of federal land, free of charge, to build a fire training facility, provided they handle all related survey costs. If the land ever stops being used for this purpose, it might return to the U.S. government, especially if it's found to be contaminated, in which case the city would need to clean it up.

Clark County, Nevada, is authorized to receive various parcels of federal land at no cost for public recreation and infrastructure, as long as the land is used for its intended purpose; otherwise, it may revert to the United States, and the county will handle any necessary cleanup if the land is contaminated. The costs of land surveys and similar expenses must be covered by the county, and maps and legal descriptions of the land will be made available for public inspection.

The section permits the U.S. government to transfer 11 acres of federal land in Clark County, Nevada, to local water districts for use as wastewater treatment facilities, without requiring any payment, as long as the districts cover the costs of surveys and other related expenses. If the land is no longer used for this purpose, it may revert back to the federal government, and if contaminated, the districts must clean it up.

The section authorizes the conveyance of approximately 240 acres of federal land to the Clark County Water Reclamation District for a wastewater treatment facility, with conditions that include covering costs related to the land transfer and reversion of the land to the U.S. if it is no longer used for its intended public purpose. If the land must revert and is contaminated, the District is responsible for cleanup.

The section outlines the terms and authorizations for transferring specific parcels of Federal land to public water agencies in Nevada for water infrastructure, like treatment facilities and reservoirs. If the land is not used as intended, it can revert to the United States, and any contamination must be cleaned up by the water agency; this section does not allow for new groundwater development projects or interfere with the National Park Service's management of nearby areas.

In this section, the United States intends to transfer around 1,527 acres of federal land in Henderson, Nevada, to the city for public recreation and facilities, with the city responsible for related costs. If the land is not used as agreed, it can revert back to the U.S., and the city must handle any pollution issues if the land returns.

In Section 411, the bill outlines the process for transferring ownership of specific federal lands to local governments for flood control purposes without any cost. If the land is no longer used for the intended public purpose, it may revert back to the United States, and the local government must clean it up if it is contaminated.

The bill allows the city of Las Vegas to receive several parcels of federal land, totaling about 1,072 acres, for free to use for public recreation, as long as they pay for related costs like surveys. If any land is not used for its intended public purpose, it may be returned to the government, and Las Vegas would have to clean it up if it's contaminated.

The bill allows the city of North Las Vegas, Nevada, to receive certain federal lands for public recreation, safety, and facilities, free of charge, as long as the city covers associated costs like land surveys. The lands will revert back to the federal government if they are not used for the intended public purposes, and the city must clean up any contamination if the land needs to be returned.

The section outlines the conveyance of approximately 671.50 acres of Federal land in Mesquite, Nevada, to the city for public recreation and facilities, with the city responsible for associated costs and potential remediation if the land reverts to federal control due to misuse. The Secretary of the Interior will handle land descriptions and corrections, and if stopped from being used for its intended purpose, the land may revert back to the United States.

The section amends the Mesquite Lands Act of 1988 to focus on creating and carrying out a plan for managing the watershed of the Lower Virgin River, and it rearranges the order of subparagraphs in the law.

Section 601 of the bill updates the definition and usage guidelines of the Southern Nevada Limited Transition Area, a specific land area in Henderson, Nevada. The City is allowed to use this land for nonresidential and some integrated residential development after purchasing it at fair market value, and they may also retain parcels for public recreation, other public purposes, or any city use with fair compensation.

The section establishes several off-highway vehicle recreation areas on federal land managed by the Bureau of Land Management, specifying their purposes, which include preserving enjoyment for future generations and protecting various resources. It outlines management plans involving public consultation, permits motorized vehicles on designated roads and trails, ensures existing utility services remain, and withdraws the land from certain legal operations like mining, with legal descriptions and maps finalized and available for inspection.

The section outlines that the Secretary is required to complete the construction of 6 erosion control weirs on the lower Las Vegas Wash within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, as identified in a 2010 Federal Highway Administration study, within 8 years of the Act's enactment, provided that there are no conflicts with existing rights or laws.

The Secretary is required to modify the Las Vegas Resource Management Plan from 1998 to permit the design and construction of flood control facilities in the Coyote Springs Desert Tortoise Area, as outlined in the Las Vegas Valley Master Plan for Flood Control Facilities by the Regional Flood Control District.

The section explains that the State maintains its authority to manage fish and wildlife on any federal lands within its borders, and this right is not changed by the Act.

The Southern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act establishes various measures to facilitate economic development and environmental conservation in Southern Nevada. It includes provisions for land transfers to Native American tribes, adjustments to conservation areas and public lands, and local government initiatives to support public purposes such as public safety, conservation, and infrastructure development.

In this section of the bill, the definitions are given for several key terms. "County" refers to Clark County, Nevada; "Federal incidental take permit" is a permit under the Endangered Species Act for certain agencies and cities in Nevada; "Secretary" is the Secretary of the Interior; and "State" means the State of Nevada.

The section explains that about 44,950 acres of land will be transferred to the United States to be held in trust for the Moapa Band of Paiutes Tribe. The land transfer is subject to existing rights, including rights-of-way for utilities, and will not grant federal water rights or allow for gaming operations.

The section explains that about 196 acres of land owned by a Tribe will be held by the United States in trust for the Tribe, making it part of the Tribe's reservation. Additionally, a survey will be conducted within 180 days to clearly establish the boundaries of this land.

The bill section outlines the process of transferring about 3,156 acres of land to be held in trust for the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe, including the requirement for a boundary survey and a condition for a renewable energy transmission corridor to be granted. The transfer does not allow the land for gaming purposes, does not change federal water rights, and maintains existing agreements with the City of Las Vegas.

The section amends the definition of a "public park" in the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area Protection and Enhancement Act of 2002, clarifying that it includes land developed or managed through a partnership between Clark County, Nevada, and private entities for recreational and supportive uses, which may involve charging fees to enter or use parts of the park.

The bill amends the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area Establishment Act of 1990 to update the boundaries of the conservation area, specifying that it will now consist of approximately 253,950 acres as shown on a map titled “Southern Nevada Land Management” dated August 9, 2024.

The bill revises the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act of 1998, allowing for an update of the land disposal boundary, regulating the movement and disposal of sand and gravel, granting Clark County more control over federal land for public safety purposes, and prioritizing applications for using land for affordable housing.

The bill section revokes the Ivanpah Area of Critical Environmental Concern and establishes several Special Management Areas (SMAs) in Southern Nevada, aiming to conserve and enhance natural and cultural resources. The Secretary of the Interior is tasked with managing these areas while allowing limited motorized vehicle use, and ensuring no new roads are built, while also incorporating any newly acquired land into these protected areas.

In this section, the Secretary is instructed to extend the Clark County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan if the County submits a complete application and amended plan that includes specified Special Management Areas, allowing land set aside for conservation to potentially offset impacts from new developments. Additionally, nothing in this Act changes the existing conservation plan.

The section designates the peak of Frenchman Mountain in the specified location within the state as "Maude Frazier Mountain" and ensures that all legal and official references to this peak will use this new name.

The section amends the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act to include the Tule Springs Fossil Bed National Monument as one of the areas eligible for a special account, alongside the Great Basin National Park and other designated areas.

The section of the bill makes a small change to the 2009 Omnibus Public Land Management Act by adding language that includes any future owners or parties interested in the Nevada Cancer Institute land.

The section adjusts the boundaries of the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area, increasing its size and establishing new guidelines for rights-of-way related to water pipeline infrastructure. It also ensures that the management of utility corridors and conservation practices within the area remains mostly unchanged, while allowing for specific developments and uses with the necessary protections for natural resources.

The bill outlines that about 350 acres of federal land in Sloan, Nevada, designated as the "Job Creation Zone," will be transferred to Clark County without cost. The county is allowed to sell or lease this land for nonresidential development at fair market value or use it for recreation, ensuring compatibility with airport noise regulations, and if the land is not used as specified within 30 years, it could revert back to the federal government.

The section adds new areas to the National Wilderness Preservation System by designating various parcels of federal land in Nevada and Arizona as wilderness, such as the Mount Stirling Wilderness and the Southern Paiute Wilderness, based on changes to a 2002 law. These changes specify land managed by agencies like the Bureau of Land Management and the National Park Service, collectively covering millions of acres as shown on an updated map dated August 9, 2024.

In this section, the City of Boulder City, Nevada, is allowed to request a transfer of specific federal land from the United States without any payment. The land must be used for public purposes, and if it ever stops being used for those purposes, it could be returned to the U.S., especially if it's in the nation's best interest; if the land is contaminated, the City is responsible for cleanup.

In Section 402 of the bill, the United States Secretary is authorized to transfer approximately 250 acres of federal land to the City of Mesquite, Nevada, for use in protecting the Virgin River watershed, as long as the land is used for public purposes. If the land is not used as intended, it may revert back to the U.S., and the City will be responsible for cleaning up any hazardous waste on the land if it returns to federal ownership.

The bill authorizes the Secretary to transfer specific parcels of federal land in Clark County, Nevada, to the County for public safety and wildfire response purposes, while requiring the County to cover associated conveyance costs. If the land ceases to be used for its intended public purpose, it may revert to the United States, with the County responsible for cleaning any hazardous waste.

The section allows the Secretary to transfer around 121 acres of federal land to the Moapa Valley Water District in Nevada, without payment, to build and manage water facilities for local communities. If the land stops being used for the intended purpose, it may revert back to the U.S., with the District needing to clean up any hazardous waste if that happens.

The bill section authorizes the City of North Las Vegas to receive about 10 acres of federal land for building a fire training facility, without any cost, as long as they cover surveying expenses. If the land stops being used for its intended public purpose, it may revert back to the United States, and if contaminated, the City must clean it up.

The section amends the Mesquite Lands Act of 1988 to focus on creating and carrying out a plan for managing the watershed of the Lower Virgin River, and it rearranges the order of subparagraphs in the law.

The proposed amendments define the "Transition Area" in Southern Nevada as a specified area of Federal land in Henderson, Nevada, and outline that the City can sell or lease this land for nonresidential and limited residential development at fair market value. Additionally, the City may retain parts of the land for public recreation or other purposes, provided they notify the Secretary and potentially pay fair market value for the land retained.

The section establishes several off-highway vehicle recreation areas in Nevada, designating specific federal lands for vehicle use, and outlines management and preservation plans to protect scenic and ecological resources while allowing recreational and utility use. It mandates restrictions on vehicle use to designated trails, retains rights and management provisions for utility corridors, and prohibits various land appropriations within the designated areas.

The section outlines that the Secretary is required to complete the construction of 6 erosion control weirs on the lower Las Vegas Wash within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, as identified in a 2010 Federal Highway Administration study, within 8 years of the Act's enactment, provided that there are no conflicts with existing rights or laws.

The Secretary is required to modify the Las Vegas Resource Management Plan from 1998 to permit the design and construction of flood control facilities in the Coyote Springs Desert Tortoise Area, as outlined in the Las Vegas Valley Master Plan for Flood Control Facilities by the Regional Flood Control District.

This section states that the Act does not change the state's authority to manage fish and wildlife on federal lands within that state.