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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 1541
    Reading Time:about 16 minutes

    The Bureau of Land Management is temporarily setting aside 6,239 acres of public land in Clark County, Nevada, for the Bonanza Solar Project. This segregation prevents the land from being used for mining and other public land laws for two years, but still allows for valid existing rights and potential renewable energy development. The separation is meant to ensure smooth management and decision-making for the use of these public lands. After two years, the lands may be reopened for public use unless the segregation is extended or the project is approved or denied.

    Simple Explanation

    The government has set aside a big piece of land in Nevada for two years so they can plan to use it for solar energy, like putting up solar panels. During this time, people can't mine or take land, but they might use it for other kinds of energy or things already allowed.