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Congress·Enacted·H.R. 1043

Federal land in Arizona sold to county for solar projects and jobs

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act

3 months ago·View on Congress.gov
Part of: Congress Authorizes Federal Land Sale for Arizona Solar Energy Development
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Signed Into Law

This legislation has been enacted.

Legislative Progress

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Key Points

  • The bill lets the U.S. government sell about 3,400 acres of desert land in La Paz County, Arizona, to the county government.
  • La Paz County has to pay full market price and cover costs like surveys and paperwork, so this is a sale, not a free giveaway.
  • The land is meant to be used for things like solar energy and job creation, but areas with major cultural, wildlife, or recreation value must be left out.
  • The county and any future landowners must work with local tribes to protect and respectfully handle any cultural artifacts that are found.
  • Mining and new mineral leases are blocked on this land, pushing it toward uses like solar farms instead of mining operations.
Renewable EnergyEnergyEnvironmentAgricultureLabor Employment

Milestones

11 milestones22 actions
Feb 11, 2026Senate

By Senator Lee from Committee on Energy and Natural Resources filed written report. Report No. 119-109.

Dec 29, 2025

Became Public Law No: 119-68.

Dec 29, 2025

Signed by President.

Dec 18, 2025House

Presented to President.

Dec 17, 2025Senate

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

Related Bills

1 bill
S. 909Related bill

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act

Feb 11 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 336.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act

Bill NumberHR 1043
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionBy Senator Lee from Committee on Energy and Natural Resources filed written report. Report No. 119-109.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(2)
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