A bill passed by the Wyoming Legislature in 2020 that targets development of state lands in Teton County alone is unconstitutional because it does not treat state lands uniformly, county leaders claim in a new court filing. As a result of the law, the Board of Land Commissioners approved new leases on a 640-acre section of Wyoming school trust land near Teton Village, including a 17-unit “glamping” resort and a self-storage operation. County residents, commissioners and local legislators believe some of the developments and uses are harmful to the county, its water quality, environment, land values and other assets.
County argues state lands bill is unconstitutional
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