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S 5374 authorizes the transfer of specific federal land in Bonners Ferry, Idaho

Original title: A bill to facilitate the conveyance of certain land in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, platted under section 2387 of the Revised Statutes, and for other purposes.

August 7, 2026

land usepublic landsBonners FerryIdahoproperty conveyance

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Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Last action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.Aug 7, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This bill provides a legal mechanism for the transfer of land ownership in Bonners Ferry, which directly impacts local property holders and municipal land management by clarifying title and ownership rights for the affected parcels.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Bonners Ferry property owners

The bill facilitates the conveyance of land, which may resolve title issues for property owners in the affected area.

City of Bonners Ferry

The city is affected by changes to land ownership and potential development rights within its jurisdiction.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

S 5374 directs the federal government to facilitate the transfer of land in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, that was originally under section 2387 of the . This measure aims to resolve the legal status of the specified property to allow for its .

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This bill provides a legal mechanism for the transfer of land ownership in Bonners Ferry, which directly impacts local property holders and municipal land management by clarifying title and ownership rights for the affected parcels.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this bill do?
It creates a legal process to transfer ownership of specific land in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, that was previously under federal law.
Who is affected by this bill?
Property owners and the municipal government in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, as the bill clarifies land ownership status.

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Historical Land Status Resolution

The bill specifically targets land platted under 19th-century Revised Statutes, indicating a move to resolve long-standing title issues on public lands.

Bonners Ferry

Connected Entities

otherMr. Sullivan“mentioned”Map →
otherInternational Bank for Reconstruction and Development“mentioned”Map →
otherMr. Cruz“mentioned”Map →
organizationCommittee on Energy and Natural Resources“The committee to which the bill was referred.”Map →
locationIdaho“The state where the land is located.”Map →
locationBonners Ferry“The location of the land subject to the proposed conveyance.”Map →
otherMr. Barrasso“mentioned”Map →
otherMs. Lummis“mentioned”Map →

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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