Missouri 2023 Regular Session

Missouri Senate Bill SB505

Introduced
1/17/23  

Caption

Authorizes the Department of Natural Resources to convey certain state property located in Iron County to the State Highways and Transportation Commission

Impact

The passage of SB505 is poised to impact state laws regarding property management and conveyance practices. By allowing the Department of Natural Resources to transfer state-owned land for public use—particularly for transportation—it emphasizes the state's role in infrastructure development. This bill aligns with policies aimed at optimizing land usage and enhancing transportation networks across the state, which could pave the way for future developmental projects and improvements within the region.

Summary

Senate Bill 505 authorizes the Department of Natural Resources to convey certain state property located in Iron County, Missouri, to the State Highways and Transportation Commission. This legislation is aimed at facilitating the transfer of land for purposes tied to state transportation projects. Specifically, the property in question comprises approximately 0.74 acres, delineated in detail within the bill text, indicating precise measurements and geographic references related to the Route 72 surveyed centerline.

Sentiment

Overall sentiment regarding SB505 appears to reflect a bipartisan agreement on the importance of supporting infrastructure initiatives. Proponents argue that the bill streamlines the process for property conveyance necessary for enhancing transportation systems, which is crucial for the economic growth of Iron County and the state as a whole. The lack of prominent opposition during discussions implies a general consensus on the bill's utility and positive implications for state infrastructure.

Contention

While there are no noticeable points of contention noted in the committee discussions or voting records, the bill does present a clear interaction between state authority and local governance. Discussions around land use and the rationale for the state’s need to convey specific properties could spark debates about resource allocation and local needs versus overarching state interests in the future. However, the current focus is primarily on the logistical and operational aspects of the transfer, with stakeholders primarily viewed as supporters.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MO SB1043

Authorizes the Department of Natural Resources to convey certain state property located in Iron County to the State Highways and Transportation Commission

MO HB1597

Authorizes the conveyance of certain state property

MO HB802

Authorizes the conveyance of certain state property

MO HB379

Authorize the conveyance of state-owned land

MO SB217

Authorize conveyance of state-owned land.

MO HB2969

Relating to authorizing the sale of certain real property held by certain state agencies.

MO HB3420

Relating to the transfer of certain real property from the Texas Transportation Commission to Palo Pinto County.

MO HB2216

Authorizing the Department of General Services, on behalf of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and with the approval of the Governor, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, to quitclaim and release to the United States of America any right, title or interest it may have with respect to a certain use restriction and a related reversionary interest related to certain portions of Valley Forge National Historical Park situate in Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania; authorizing the release of Project 70 restrictions on certain land owned by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission in Overfield Township, Wyoming County; authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the City of Philadelphia a right-of-way easement situate in the City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, in exchange for improvements to Benjamin Rush State Park and monetary consideration to the Commonwealth to be used toward the acquisition and conveyance of a tract of land to be added to French Creek State Park; authorizing the transfer of administrative jurisdiction of portions of State park lands in exchange for certain lands situate in New Vernon Township, Mercer County, from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to the Department of Transportation for anticipated highway improvement projects; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Agriculture and the Governor, to grant and convey to Joshua R. Snyder a certain tract of land located in Windsor Township, Berks County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey certain lands and improvements situate in Haverford Township, Delaware County, to Carelink Community Support Services of PA, Inc.; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to The Roland Curtin Foundation for the Preservation of Eagle Furnace, certain lands, buildings and improvements, situate in Boggs Township, Centre County, and further authorizing the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission to transfer to The Roland Curtin Foundation for the Preservation of Eagle Furnace its buildings located on adjacent property leased from the United States Department of the Army; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Franklin Township, Greene County, certain lands situate in Franklin Township, Greene County; authorizing the Department of General Services to convey to the Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry and Tourism, a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation, certain lands and improvements thereon, situate in Oil City, Venango County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor and the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, to convey to the Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry and Tourism, a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation, certain lands and improvements thereon, situate in Oil City, Venango County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Transportation and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Bear Creek Township Volunteer Hose Company an access easement and two storm water easements from certain lands situate in Bear Creek Township, Luzerne County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to release a portion of a use restriction affecting certain real property situate in Susquehanna Township, Dauphin County, which the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania previously conveyed to the School District of the City of Harrisburg; authorizing the sale and transfer of title for a 0.232 acre of

MO H1491

Alligator Point Water Resources District, Franklin County

MO SB2309

MDAH property; authorize DFA to clarify donation if certain lands in Claiborne County to U.S. Park Service.

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