The bill amends the authority of the Commissioner of State Lands to allow for the conduct of certain business transactions online, specifically regarding the sale of tax-delinquent properties. It updates the procedures for selling such properties by enabling the Commissioner to hold tax-delinquent property auctions online, as indicated by the insertion of "a tax-delinquent property auction or" into the relevant legal language. Additionally, the bill modifies the notification process for property owners and interested parties by replacing the requirement for "an in-person" auction with the option for an online auction, ensuring that notifications are still sent out at least thirty days prior to the sale.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that if a tax-delinquent parcel is not redeemed by the specified deadline, it will be offered for sale at "a tax-delinquent auction," again removing the stipulation for an in-person auction. This change aims to streamline the process and make it more accessible, reflecting a modern approach to property sales by utilizing online platforms. The amendments are designed to enhance efficiency and transparency in the management of tax-delinquent properties by the Commissioner of State Lands.

Statutes affected:
SB 310: 26-37-202(b), 26-37-202(e)