Santini-Burton Modernization Act of 2026

House Bill

H.R. 7255

119th Congress

Santini-Burton Modernization Act of 2026

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Introduced:Jan 27, 2026

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Summary

This bill appears to update or modernize the Santini-Burton Act, which is a law that allows the federal government to transfer certain public lands in Nevada to local governments or sell them, with proceeds used for environmental conservation and recreation projects. The modernization likely updates procedures, land designations, or how funds from land sales are used.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Introduced1/27/2026

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

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Santini-Burton Modernization Act of 2026

This bill appears to update or modernize the Santini-Burton Act, which is a law that allows the federal government to transfer certain public lands in Nevada to local governments or sell them, with proceeds used for environmental conservation and recreation pr

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This bill appears to update or modernize the Santini-Burton Act, which is a law that allows the federal government to transfer certain public lands in Nevada to local governments or sell them, with proceeds used for environmental conservation and recreation projects. The modernization likely updates procedures, land designations, or how funds from land sales are used.

Bill Number: 7255
Introduced: 1/27/2026
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

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Title: Santini-Burton Modernization Act of 2026
Bill Number: 7255
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Introduced: 1/27/2026
Summary: This bill appears to update or modernize the Santini-Burton Act, which is a law that allows the federal government to transfer certain public lands in Nevada to local governments or sell them, with proceeds used for environmental conservation and recreation projects. The modernization likely updates

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill appears to update or modernize the Santini-Burton Act, which is a law that allows the federal government to transfer certain public lands in Nevada to local governments or sell them, with proceeds used for environmental conservation and recreation projects. The modernization likely updates procedures, land designations, or how funds from land sales are used.

Last updated: 3/2/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The bill updates the Santini-Burton Act, a law originally passed to manage the transfer and sale of federal lands in Nevada.
The original act allows land sales around Las Vegas and Reno, with proceeds funding parks, trails, and environmental protection in the Lake Tahoe area and throughout Nevada.
Modernization typically means updating outdated provisions to reflect current land use needs, population growth, or conservation priorities.
The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources for review and potential changes before any vote.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would primarily affect residents and local governments in Nevada, particularly in the Las Vegas and Lake Tahoe regions. It could influence how federal lands are managed, sold, or transferred to local control, and may change how money from land sales is distributed for parks, recreation areas, and environmental projects. Communities seeking land for development or conservation could see changes in the process for acquiring federal property.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

7255, 119th Congress (2026). "Santini-Burton Modernization Act of 2026". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-7255

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