Federal · 119th Congress
Wabeno Economic Development Act
Policy areaPublic Lands and Natural Resources
Summary
This bill requires the Forest Service to convey approximately 14 acres of federal land, including the mineral rights, in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, Wisconsin, to Tony's Wabeno Redi-Mix, LLC, upon receiving an offer to buy the land for market value.
The Forest Service must complete an appraisal to determine the market value of the land, and the offer must be received within 180 days after federal approval of such appraisal. Tony's Wabeno Redi-Mix, LLC, must pay an amount equal to the market value of the land and all associated costs as a condition of conveyance.
Additionally, the Department of the Interior must publish a comprehensive review of the federal permitting processes for the development of stone, sand, and gravel on federal lands.
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Other titles2
To provide for the conveyance of certain Federal land in Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, and for other purposes.Official Title as IntroducedOfficial Title from EH (Engrossed in House) bill text
Wabeno Economic Development ActShort Title(s) as IntroducedShort Title(s) as Reported to SenateShort Title(s) as Passed HouseShort Titles from RFS (Referred to Senate) bill text
Legislative history18
Jul 23, 2026
SenatePlaced on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 494.
Jul 23, 2026
Senate · CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Lee without amendment. Without written report.
Jun 10, 2026
Senate · CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Feb 12, 2026
Senate · CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 119-305.
Jul 23, 2025
SenateReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Jul 22, 2025
House · FloorMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jul 22, 2025
House · Floor
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 410 - 1 (Roll no. 215). (text: CR H3541)Roll Call 215410–1
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Jul 22, 2025
House · FloorConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3544-3545)
Jul 22, 2025
House · FloorAt the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Jul 22, 2025
House · FloorDEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3937.
Jul 22, 2025
House · FloorConsidered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3541-3543)
Jul 22, 2025
House · FloorMr. Tiffany moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
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Texts
As referred to a Senate committeeLatestReferred in SenateU.S. Government Publishing OfficeJul 23, 2025As passed by the HouseEngrossed in HouseU.S. Government Publishing OfficeJul 22, 2025As reported by the Senate committeeReported in SenateU.S. Government Publishing OfficeJul 23, 2026As introduced in the HouseIntroduced in HouseU.S. Government Publishing OfficeJun 11, 2025