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Utah Land Swap: Federal and State Land Management Changes Ratified.

This Act ratifies a major land exchange agreement between the Federal government and the Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration. The exchange aims to consolidate land ownership, resulting in certain State lands transferred to the Federal government being permanently protected from mining and development. The Federal lands transferred to Utah will be managed to generate revenue for public institutions, such as schools.
Key points
Ratifies the exchange of specific Federal and State lands in Utah, confirming the transaction is in the public interest.
State lands acquired by the United States are permanently withdrawn from mining and disposal, increasing protected public areas.
The value of the exchanged lands must be determined by appraisal within 18 months to ensure the transaction is of equal value.
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Print number: 118_S_1405
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2023-05-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration Exchange Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1405.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ratifies the exchange of specific Federal and State lands in Utah, confirming the transaction is in the public interest.
  • State lands acquired by the United States are permanently withdrawn from mining and disposal, increasing protected public areas.
  • The value of the exchanged lands must be determined by appraisal within 18 months to ensure the transaction is of equal value.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 305.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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