Interior would disclaim federal claim to 15-acre Eaton townsite in Bonners Ferry
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Sponsor: James E. Risch · Senator · ID
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Official 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.
119th Congress
Topics: Environment & energy
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The bill would require the Interior Secretary to disclaim any federal interest in about 15 acres of the old Eaton townsite in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, within 90 days.
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What does this do?
The bill would require the Secretary of the Interior, within 90 days of enactment, to issue a recordable disclaimer of interest for about 15 acres in Bonners Ferry, Idaho. This official document states that the federal government claims no ownership interest in the land. Any part of the land inside the Kootenai Indian Reservation is left out.
Who does it affect?
Landowners and residents in the old Eaton area of Bonners Ferry, along with the local government and any buyers or lenders involved in transactions there. The bill was introduced by Idaho's senators, Mr. Risch and Mr. Crapo.
Why does it matter?
The land was laid out as the Eaton townsite in 1893 under a federal law repealed in 1976, which may leave a lingering question about a federal claim and make it hard to sell, transfer, or prove ownership. Once recorded, the disclaimer could help clear the title so the land can be conveyed more easily.
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Based on the “Introduced in Senate” text of Aug 7, 2026.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedAug 7, 2026
- Senate committeeYou are here · Sep 30, 2026
- Senate vote
- House
- The president's desk
Right now: a Senate committee is reviewing it. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.