S 1005HR 972119th CongressIntroduced

Southern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act

Introduced: Oct 29, 2025

Economy & TaxesEnvironment & ClimateInfrastructure

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Standard Summary

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This legislation balances conservation and economic development in Southern Nevada by designating wilderness areas, establishing special management zones for habitat protection, transferring land to tribal nations, and facilitating infrastructure projects for public safety and water management while addressing flood control and recreational access.

Key Points

1Establishes multiple Special Management Areas in Clark County for conservation of desert ecosystems and wildlife, including the Desert Tortoise Protective Corridor to protect endangered species habitats.
2Transfers significant land parcels to the Moapa Band of Paiutes and Las Vegas Paiute Tribe for trust status while imposing restrictions on gaming and clarifying water rights under state law.
3Authorizes conveyances of federal land to local governments for public safety facilities, water infrastructure, and economic development projects including job creation zones and flood control systems.

Impact Areas

Tribal nations in Nevada (Moapa Band of Paiutes, Las Vegas Paiute Tribe)Clark County local governments and communities (cities of Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City, etc.)Federal land management agencies (Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service)Desert ecosystems and endangered species habitats in Southern NevadaWater resources in the Virgin River and Las Vegas Wash watersheds

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