state trust lands; public auction

HB 2956 allows commercial lessees of Arizona state trust lands (excluding solar/wind energy leases) to apply to purchase their leased parcels. The state land commissioner must hold a public auction for these parcels within 90 days of receiving an application, selling to the highest bidder. Lessees may apply for multiple parcels at once, and the auction process continues if a lease expires or is renewed during the 90-day window. The bill expires on December 31, 2027, and does not affect renewable energy leases.