A bill to amend Public Law 99-420 to provide for the conveyance of certain Federal land in the State of Maine for use for affordable workforce housing, and for other purposes.
Summary
This bill would authorize the transfer of approximately 40 acres of federal land within Acadia National Park to the town of Bar Harbor, Maine, specifically for the development of affordable workforce housing. While the land is currently designated for use as a solid waste transfer station, this legislation would allow the local community to address housing shortages for area workers while permitting the National Park Service to retain a portion of the land for staff housing and administrative needs. If passed, the bill would provide a practical solution for local residents and park employees facing high housing costs on Mount Desert Island.
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