HB 2509-S - DIGEST
(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

Authorizes the department of natural resources to purchase aquatic lands and adjacent uplands, if the purchase enhances public use or access or conserves or restores habitat.

Establishes conditions under which aquatic lands purchased by the department of natural resources may be leased.

Requires that grants received for the purchase of aquatic lands by the department of natural resources be placed in the natural resources real property replacement account.