The bill amends W.S. 36-5-103 to provide a grace period for applicants seeking to lease state lands for agricultural and grazing purposes. It introduces a new provision that allows the director to grant an additional thirty days for applicants to correct deficiencies in their applications, submit the required fees, and comply with the relevant rules and regulations after the initial thirty-day notice period. This change aims to offer applicants more flexibility and support in completing their applications successfully.

Additionally, the bill maintains the existing provisions regarding the cancellation of applications and the retention of fees as liquidated damages if the applicant fails to comply after the notice period. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
25LSO-0307 v0.5: 36-5-103