H.R. 2740

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H.R. 2740 Introduced in House (IH)]

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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 2740

To modify the boundaries of the Talladega National Forest, and for 
other purposes.

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

April 8, 2025

Mr. Rogers of Alabama (for himself, Ms. Sewell, Mr. Figures, Mr. 
Aderholt, and Mr. Moore of Alabama) introduced the following bill; 
which was referred to the Committee on Agriculture

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A BILL

To modify the boundaries of the Talladega National Forest, and for 
other purposes.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the 
United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. TALLADEGA NATIONAL FOREST BOUNDARY MODIFICATION.

(a) In General.--The boundaries of the Talladega National Forest 
are modified to include the land depicted on the map entitled 
``Talladega National Forest Proposed Proclamation Boundary Addition'' 
and dated September 6, 2024.
(b) Map.--The map described in subsection (a) shall be on file and 
available for public inspection in the appropriate office of the Forest 
Service.
(c) Acquisitions.--
(1) In general.--Within the area delineated on the map 
described in subsection (a), the Secretary of Agriculture may 
use the land acquisition authorities applicable to the National 
Forest System, including the Act of March 1, 1911 (commonly 
known as the ``Weeks Law'') (36 Stat. 961, chapter 186; 16 
U.S.C. 552 et seq.), to acquire land, waters, and interests 
therein.
(2) Management.--Land acquired pursuant to paragraph (1) 
shall be managed as land acquired under the Act of March 1, 
1911 (commonly known as the ``Weeks Law'') (36 Stat. 961, 
chapter 186; 16 U.S.C. 552 et seq.), and in accordance with all 
laws and regulations pertaining to the National Forest System.
(3) Standards.--The Secretary shall ensure that any private 
land or waters and any interest in private land or waters 
acquired pursuant to paragraph (1) is acquired--
(A) from a willing seller by donation, exchange, or 
purchase using donated or appropriated funds; and
(B) to the extent practicable, without undue delay.
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