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A bill to release a Federal reversionary interest and convey mineral interests in Chester County, Tennessee, and for other purposes.
11/21/2025, 3:30 PM
Summary of Bill S 277
The bill specifically addresses a reversionary interest held by the federal government in certain mineral rights in Chester County. By releasing this interest, the federal government will allow for the conveyance of these mineral interests to private entities, potentially leading to increased economic development and job creation in the region.
In addition to releasing the reversionary interest, the bill also includes provisions for the conveyance of mineral interests in the area. This process will involve transferring ownership of these interests to qualified individuals or organizations, who will then be responsible for managing and developing the mineral resources in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Overall, Bill 119 s 277 seeks to facilitate the efficient and effective transfer of mineral rights in Chester County, Tennessee, with the goal of promoting economic growth and development in the region. The bill is an important step towards unlocking the potential of the area's mineral resources and creating new opportunities for local residents and businesses.
Congressional Summary of S 277
This bill provides for the transfer of the Forest Service's interest in the approximately 0.62-acre parcel of land within the Chickasaw State Forest to the state of Tennessee in order to resolve the encroachment of Bethel Baptist Church on that parcel. Both the parcel and the church are located in Chester County, Tennessee.
On August 12, 1955, the Forest Service conveyed the parcel to the state but retained a reversionary interest in the land that takes effect if the state forest land ceases to be used for public purposes. The bill directs the Forest Service to release the reversionary interest to the state.
Additionally, the Forest Service must convey to the state its mineral interest in the parcel. The conveyance must be done by quitclaim deed and without warranty or consideration (such as payment).
As a condition of the release and the conveyance, the state must pay for any administrative costs incurred by the Forest Service in carrying out the release and conveyance. The Forest Service must release the reversionary interest and convey the parcel without undertaking any appraisal, environmental review, or other report.
