S. 4014: To direct the Secretary of the Interior to convey to the Nisqually Indian Tribe the Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure, and for other purposes.

This bill is aimed at transferring ownership of the Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure from the United States to the Nisqually Indian Tribe. Below are the key components of the bill:

Conveyance of Hatchery Infrastructure

• The bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to convey all rights, titles, and interests of the United States in and to the Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure to the Nisqually Indian Tribe.
• This transfer must occur within 90 days following the bill's enactment.
• The conveyance will be for no payment, meaning it is at no cost to the Nisqually Indian Tribe.

Definitions and Scope

• The "Clear Creek Hatchery" refers to specific areas outlined in designated maps.
• "Covered infrastructure" includes various elements associated with the hatchery such as:
  • Multiple asphalt ponds
  • Spring water sources
  • Dams
  • Fish ladders
  • Rooms for incubation and other operational facilities
  • Water supply and discharge systems
  • Various wells
  • Additional infrastructure like pipes and security features

Legal and Procedural Requirements

• The conveyance is subject to existing rights, meaning it does not override any pre-existing claims or rights related to the property.
• The Secretary of the Interior is required to finalize maps and legal descriptions outlining what specifically is being conveyed to the Nisqually Indian Tribe.
• If discrepancies arise between the finalized map and legal descriptions, the map will serve as the controlling document, which means it will be the authoritative reference.
• Any minor errors in documentation can be corrected through mutual agreement between the Secretary and the Nisqually Indian Tribe.
• Finalized maps and descriptions will be made available for public inspection in the appropriate offices of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.

Other Provisions

The bill does not include any specific funding provisions or additional appropriations. Its focus is entirely on the transfer of custody and control of the Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure.

Relevant Companies

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