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119th Congress · House

Wabeno Economic Development Act

Subjects: Congressional oversight · Forests, forestry, trees · Government information and archives · Land transfers · Wisconsin · Public Lands and Natural Resources

In plain language

  • House bill in the 119th Congress.
  • Requires the Forest Service to convey approximately 14 acres of federal land, including the mineral rights.
  • House passed it on Jul 22, 2025 (substantive).
Official summary (Congressional Research Service)

Wabeno Economic Development Act This bill requires the Forest Service to convey approximately 14 acres of federal land, including the mineral rights, in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, Wisconsin, to Tony's Wabeno Redi-Mix, LLC, upon receiving an offer to buy the land for market value. The Forest Service must complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the land, and the offer must be received within 180 days after federal approval of such appraisal. Tony's Wabeno Redi-Mix, LLC, must pay an amount equal to the market value of the land and all associated costs as a condition of conveyance. Additionally, the Department of the Interior must publish a comprehensive review of the federal permitting processes for the development of stone, sand, and gravel on federal lands.

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