Bill > HB2755

This bill establishes a presumption that the highest and best use of state lands is for mineral extraction or exploration when there's a conflict between mining and another commercial use, meaning the state land commissioner will initially favor mining. However, if someone wants to purchase or lease state lands and follows specific procedures, they can challenge this presumption, leading to a public auction within ninety days that is open to all proposed land uses, ensuring that mineral extraction is considered before other commercial developments like housing or manufacturing, as the legislature finds that minerals are essential for commercial development and their extraction can be followed by land reclamation.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/84574