Bill would transfer 124 acres of federal land to Price, Utah
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Sponsor: Mike Lee · Senator · UT
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Official title: Upper Price River Watershed Project Act of 2026
119th Congress
Topics: Environment & energy
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The bill orders Interior to transfer 124 acres of BLM land to Price, Utah, for a reservoir and related infrastructure.
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What does this do?
This bill directs the Department of the Interior to transfer about 124 acres of BLM land near Price, Utah, to the city once requested. The land must be used for a reservoir and related infrastructure, and the transfer bypasses some standard federal land management procedures. If the city misuses the land, the government can reclaim it after notice, a hearing opportunity, public comment, and a chance to fix the issue.
Who does it affect?
Residents of Price, Utah, and the surrounding area are directly affected through potential new water infrastructure. Federal land management policy is also affected, as the bill creates a site-specific exception to normal BLM transfer rules.
Why does it matter?
The transfer sets a precedent for Congress approving individual, site-specific land transfers rather than relying on general BLM procedures, which could influence future federal land policy decisions.
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Based on the “Reported to Senate” text of Jul 23, 2026.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedOct 14, 2025
- Senate committee
- Senate voteYou are here · Jul 23, 2026
- House
- The president's desk
Right now: it was placed on the , and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 487.