Wabeno Economic Development Act

# Wabeno Economic Development Act Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would require the U.S. Forest Service to sell approximately 14 acres of federal land in Wisconsin's Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest to a private company called Tony's Wabeno Redi-Mix, LLC. The company would have 180 days to make an offer after the Forest Service appraises the land at market value. If the company purchases it, they would own both the land and the mineral rights (such as stone, sand, and gravel).

The bill also requires the Department of the Interior to review and publish information about the federal permitting process for extracting stone, sand, and gravel on federal lands. **Who It Affects:** The bill directly benefits Tony's Wabeno Redi-Mix, LLC, a ready-mix concrete company, by giving it an opportunity to purchase federal land. It may indirectly affect local communities near Wabeno, Wisconsin, potentially through economic development or changes in the forest area. **Current Status:** The bill has passed the House of Representatives. It would need to be approved by the Senate and signed by the President to become law.