S. 1453: University of Utah Research Park Act

This bill, titled the University of Utah Research Park Act, aims to officially confirm the use of specific non-federal land in Salt Lake City, Utah, for public purposes. Here’s a breakdown of its main points:

Purpose of the Bill

The primary objective is to validate the University of Utah's use of approximately 593.54 acres of land as a research park. This land was conveyed to the university under previous legislation known as the Recreation and Public Purposes Act.

Confirmation of Land Use

The bill confirms two main uses of this land:

• University Research Park: The land will continue to be used as a research park by the University of Utah, as previously approved by the Secretary of the Interior in 1970.
• Related University Purposes: Additional activities consistent with using the land as a university research park are allowed. This includes development projects such as student housing and a transit hub.

Legal Framework

The bill refers to the Recreation and Public Purposes Act of 1926 to support these confirmations, ensuring that the usage aligns with the legal requirements and intentions of that Act.

Description of the Land

The land in question is specifically described as tracts D (with some exclusions) and G and J located at T. 1 S., R. 1 E. of the Salt Lake Meridian, and was originally transferred to the University under a patent dated October 18, 1968.

Overall, the legislation is focused on affirming and enabling the continued use of designated land for university-related activities that benefit the public and promote research and education.

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