Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act of 2025
The Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act of 2025 would direct the federal government to convey about 3.372 acres of land in Anchorage, Alaska, to the Southcentral Foundation (SCF) within two years of enactment. The transfer is for SCF’s use in health and social services programs. The conveyance would be by warranty deed with no purchase price and no reversionary clause, meaning SCF would own the land outright without ongoing federal conditions. The act also sets out environmental liability protections, provides the Secretary with limited access easements to address any retained obligations, and requires compliance with federal environmental notification rules. Overall, the bill facilitates a transfer of land to support SCF’s health services operations while limiting federal liability for pre-existing contamination and clarifying future environmental responsibilities.
Key Points
- 1The Secretary of Health and Human Services must convey all right, title, and interest of the United States in approximately 3.372 acres of land in Anchorage to SCF within 2 years of enactment, for use in connection with health and social services programs.
- 2The conveyance would be by warranty deed, with no consideration, no additional obligations on SCF, and no reversion by the United States; it would supersede any prior quitclaim deed between the parties.
- 3The Secretary would retain or be granted a necessary easement to access the property to satisfy any retained obligations or liabilities, ensuring government access as needed.
- 4Environmental liability rules shift post-transfer risk to SCF: SCF would not be liable for pre-existing contamination, but the Secretary would not be liable for contamination occurring after SCF takes control; SCF must comply with CERCLA notice requirements for known hazards.
- 5The environmental and liability provisions apply only to this specific parcel and conveyance, not to other federal lands or actions.