To remove restrictions from a parcel of land in Paducah, Kentucky.
Latest action (11 Sep 2026): Signed by President.
What this bill does
H.R. 1276 would direct the Secretary of the Interior to remove all deed restrictions on a roughly 3.62-acre parcel at 2956 Park Avenue in Paducah, Kentucky — the former Paducah Memorial Army Reserve Center. These restrictions, including easements and covenants, were placed on the land when the federal government transferred it to the City of Paducah by quitclaim deed in April 2012. The bill directs the Secretary to execute whatever documents are needed to lift them.
The change primarily affects the City of Paducah, which currently holds the property subject to federal-imposed conditions. Removing those restrictions would give the city fuller control over how the parcel and its improvements can be used, without the limitations tied to the original federal conveyance.
The bill was introduced by Rep. James Comer in February 2025 and referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. It has since passed both the House and the Senate — the Senate approved it without amendment by unanimous consent on August 7, 2026. It now goes to the President, who can sign it into law or veto it.
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Official summary
This bill directs the Department of the Interior to remove all deed restrictions from approximately 3.62 acres located at 2956 Park Avenue, on the Paducah Memorial Army Reserve Center in Paducah, Kentucky. The restrictions include easements, exceptions, reservations, terms, conditions, and covenants described in the quitclaim deed that was executed on April 27, 2012. The deed conveyed land from Interior to the City of Paducah, Kentucky.
Timeline
11 Sep 2026
Signed by President.
7 Aug 2026
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
9 Dec 2025
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
23 Jul 2025
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 1276 do?
- H.R. 1276 would direct the Secretary of the Interior to remove all deed restrictions on a roughly 3.62-acre parcel at 2956 Park Avenue in Paducah, Kentucky — the former Paducah Memorial Army Reserve Center. These restrictions, including easements and covenants, were placed on the land when the federal government transferred it to the City of Paducah by quitclaim deed in April 2012. The bill directs the Secretary to execute whatever documents are needed to lift them. The change primarily affects the City of Paducah, which currently holds the property subject to federal-imposed conditions. Removing those restrictions would give the city fuller control over how the parcel and its improvements can be used, without the limitations tied to the original federal conveyance. The bill was introduced by Rep. James Comer in February 2025 and referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. It has since passed both the House and the Senate — the Senate approved it without amendment by unanimous consent on August 7, 2026. It now goes to the President, who can sign it into law or veto it.
- Has H.R. 1276 become law?
- Yes. H.R. 1276 has been enacted. Status last updated 11 Sep 2026.
- Who sponsored H.R. 1276?
- H.R. 1276 was sponsored by Rep. James Comer [R-KY1] (Republican-KY), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 1276?
- Signed by President. (11 Sep 2026).
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