Crystal Reservoir Conveyance Act
Crystal Reservoir: Transfer to Ouray, Colorado
The Crystal Reservoir Conveyance Act is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Natural Resources. The committee recently voted to advance the bill, which means it is actively moving forward in the legislative process. There are no further actions currently scheduled for this bill.
Part of: story →Companion bill: Land Transfer: Crystal Reservoir and Dam to Ouray, Colorado →Legislative Progress
Small land transfer bills often get stuck in committee unless they are added to a much larger piece of legislation that covers many different areas.
Key Points
- This bill would move ownership of Crystal Reservoir and 45 acres of surrounding land from the federal government to the City of Ouray, Colorado. The transfer includes the lake, the dam, and the water rights needed to manage the area.
- The City of Ouray would become responsible for all future costs to fix and maintain the dam and water systems. While the federal government pays for the transfer paperwork, the city must pay for the land surveys.
- The land must stay open to the public for activities like fishing at no cost. The city is not allowed to build stores or commercial developments on the property, and they must keep it as open space forever.
- If the city fails to follow the rules or stops using the land for the public, the federal government can take the land back. This ensures the area remains a natural space for the community to enjoy.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3752-3753)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5911.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Crystal Reservoir Conveyance Act
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