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Technical and procedural updates only. The changes reflect the bill's transition from an introduced version to an enrolled bill, including modifications to legislative headers, footers, and formatting. No substantive policy changes were made between v1 and v4.

Skipping v2 (ENGROSSED IN HOUSE) and v3 (REFERRED IN SENATE). Those versions changed too little to need their own analysis, so they reuse INTRODUCED IN HOUSE's. Changes are measured from the most recent version analyzed on its own.

H.R. 10159119th CongressIntroduced Aug 27, 2026

To authorize the Secretary of the Army to convey to the State of North Carolina a certain parcel of real property located at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, on which the State shall construct a veterans’ State home, and for other purposes.

Passed SenateArmed Forces and National SecuritySubstantive

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Sponsor: Rep. Hudson, Richard [R-NC-9]
Committees: Armed Services Committee (primary)
Last action: Oct 14, 2026

This analysis was written for v1 (INTRODUCED IN HOUSE, Aug 27, 2026). ENROLLED BILL changed too little to need its own, so it reuses that one rather than a rewrite. The differences between the two are summarized above. View v1

Bottom line

This bill facilitates the establishment of a new veterans' State home in North Carolina by transferring federal land to the state for that specific purpose, with the state bearing the administrative costs and the federal government retaining a reversionary interest.

What it actually does

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Army to convey approximately 20 acres of federal land at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, to the State of North Carolina without monetary consideration. The sole purpose of this conveyance is for the State to construct and operate a veterans' State home. The State is required to cover all costs associated with the conveyance, and the property includes a reversionary clause allowing the federal government to reclaim the land if it is not used for the intended purpose.

Proponents argue

Proponents would argue that this bill directly supports veterans by enabling the construction of a dedicated State home, providing essential care and services to those who have served. They would emphasize the importance of ensuring adequate facilities for veterans, particularly in areas with a significant military presence like Fort Bragg, and highlight the efficiency of repurposing federal land for a public benefit without direct federal cost for the land itself.

Opponents contend

Opponents might raise concerns about the precedent of conveying federal land without consideration, even for a worthy cause, potentially questioning the valuation process or whether alternative sites or funding mechanisms were fully explored. They might also argue that while supporting veterans is critical, the federal government should not divest valuable assets without a clear, comprehensive strategy for land management, or that the costs associated with environmental due diligence and other administrative tasks, though reimbursed by the state, still represent a federal administrative burden.

The bill is very short and straightforward, making it highly accessible for a quick read and easy comprehension.

Section 1(a)

Authorization for Land Conveyance

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This provision authorizes the Secretary of the Army to transfer ownership of a specific parcel of land at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, to the State of North Carolina. The transfer would occur without the State having to pay for the land itself, provided the land is used to build a State home for veterans.

GroupImpactMechanismScale

GroupState of North CarolinaImpactReceives federal land for free, enabling construction of a veterans' home.MechanismDirect conveyance authorization.ScaleApproximately 20 acres of land.

GroupVeterans in North CarolinaImpactPotential for new care facility and services.MechanismLand provided for construction of a State home.ScaleBenefits veterans needing long-term care.

Supporters argue

Supporters argue this direct conveyance is an efficient way to repurpose federal land for a critical public service, directly benefiting veterans in North Carolina by enabling the construction of a much-needed care facility.

Critics contend

Critics might argue that conveying federal land without monetary consideration, even for a veterans' home, sets a precedent that could be exploited or that the land could have been sold to generate revenue for other federal priorities.

Tradeoffs

The tension lies between the public benefit of supporting veterans' care and the principle of fair market value for federal asset disposal.

Section 1(b)

Specific Property Identification

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This section identifies the land to be conveyed as approximately 20 acres within the Fort Bragg Training Area in Harnett County, North Carolina, commonly referred to as "Parcel 3B." It also mandates that a survey, satisfactory to the Secretary, will determine the exact acreage and legal description.

Section 1(c)

State Responsibility for Conveyance Costs

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This provision requires the State of North Carolina to cover all costs incurred by the Secretary of the Army to carry out the land conveyance, including expenses for environmental and real estate due diligence, and other administrative costs. It also stipulates that any excess funds collected in advance must be refunded to the State.

Section 1(d)

Reversion Clause for Non-Compliance

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This provision establishes that if the Secretary of the Army determines at any point that the conveyed property is not being used for activities related to a State home for veterans, the ownership of the property, including any improvements, may revert back to the United States at the Secretary's discretion, with the right of immediate entry.

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CosmeticWhat changed in ENROLLED BILLcompared with INTRODUCED IN HOUSE (Aug 27, 2026)

H.R. 10159119th CongressIntroduced Aug 27, 2026

To authorize the Secretary of the Army to convey to the State of North Carolina a certain parcel of real property located at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, on which the State shall construct a veterans’ State home, and for other purposes.

Passed SenateArmed Forces and National SecuritySubstantive

View bill text

Sponsor: Rep. Hudson, Richard [R-NC-9]
Committees: Armed Services Committee (primary)
Last action: Oct 14, 2026

Bottom line

What it actually does

Proponents argue

Opponents contend

The bill is very short and straightforward, making it highly accessible for a quick read and easy comprehension.

Section 1(a)

Authorization for Land Conveyance

prominently featuredstraightforward

GroupImpactMechanismScale

GroupState of North CarolinaImpactReceives federal land for free, enabling construction of a veterans' home.MechanismDirect conveyance authorization.ScaleApproximately 20 acres of land.

GroupVeterans in North CarolinaImpactPotential for new care facility and services.MechanismLand provided for construction of a State home.ScaleBenefits veterans needing long-term care.

Supporters argue

Critics contend

Tradeoffs

The tension lies between the public benefit of supporting veterans' care and the principle of fair market value for federal asset disposal.

Section 1(b)

Specific Property Identification

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Section 1(c)

State Responsibility for Conveyance Costs

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Section 1(d)

Reversion Clause for Non-Compliance

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