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The Sell Water Bill
State may sell water‑border land to private developers
Private sale authorization of certain tax-forfeited land that borders public water
Bad for everyday people ·
If passed, the state could sell tax‑forfeited land next to public water to private owners, limiting public access and control.
Our take
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Citizens should watch this bill because it could turn publicly‑used shoreline into private property, reducing recreation space and giving developers profit while the state gains no clear benefit.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill would allow private sale of tax‑forfeited land that borders public water.
- It applies only to land the state has taken because of unpaid taxes.
- The bill is currently introduced and referred to the Environment, Climate, and Legacy Committee.
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