SLC Times

The Senate has passed three significant bills led by Senator Mike Lee of Utah, marking a major step forward for the state's infrastructure, natural resources, and public lands. The Great Salt Lake Stewardship Act, the Mountain View Corridor Completion Act, and the Utah State Parks Adjustment Act have successfully cleared both chambers of Congress without objection. These bills are now awaiting the President's signature to become law.

“These bills address some of the state’s most pressing needs—modernizing infrastructure, preserving the Great Salt Lake, and ensuring better management of our iconic state parks,” said Senator Lee. “I’m proud to see this bipartisan work advance to the President’s desk, where it will soon become law.”

The Great Salt Lake Stewardship Act aims to expand the Central Utah Project Completion Act’s water conservation program to include the entire Great Salt Lake drainage basin. This legislation is set to unlock tens of millions of dollars in unexpended budget authority for conservation efforts critical to restoring the lake's declining water levels.

The Mountain View Corridor Completion Act involves transferring over 200 acres of federally owned land to the State of Utah. This transfer will facilitate completing a vital highway project near Camp Williams.

Lastly, the Utah State Parks Adjustment Act focuses on transferring parcels of federally owned land adjacent to Antelope Island, Fremont Indian, and Wasatch Mountain State Parks to the State of Utah. These adjustments are intended to consolidate ownership, streamline land management, and enhance public access to these popular destinations.