This bill amends existing laws regarding the selection and conveyance of municipal general grant lands, specifically facilitating the transfer of real property to the Matanuska-Susitna Borough. Key amendments include provisions that allow the director of lands to issue patents for land that has not been surveyed, provided the municipality accepts the land without a survey. The bill also clarifies that the director must approve or disapprove each selection for patent within nine months and allows for the issuance of patents with stipulations if the public interest in retaining state ownership is adequately protected.

Additionally, the bill specifies the transfer of six parcels of land to the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, which will count towards the borough's land entitlement. Notably, the requirement for municipal notice prior to the transfer of unsurveyed land is waived for these specific parcels. The bill aims to streamline the process of land conveyance to municipalities while ensuring that the interests of the state and local governments are balanced. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
SB0255A, AM SB 255, introduced 02/23/2026: 29.65.050, 29.18.190, 29.18.200, 29.18.201, 29.18.202, 29.18.203, 29.65.070, 29.65.010, 29.65.030, 38.05.321, 38.04.045, 38.05.070, 38.05.055, 38.05.057