Nebraska § 72-227 - State-owned land occupied by school, church, or cemetery; sale; procedure.
Full text of Nebraska Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 72-227 — State-owned land occupied by school, church, or cemetery; sale; procedure., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 72-227. State-owned land occupied by school, church, or cemetery; sale; procedure.
If there is a schoolhouse, cemetery or church building located upon school land or land of the state which has been or may be sold to any individual, corporation or parties, such school district, church or association, with the written consent of the purchaser or occupant, may purchase land for the purposes specified, and obtain a deed from the state, at the price the purchaser, assignee or occupant is to pay. The sum so paid for the tract obtained for such special purpose shall be deducted from the price the original purchaser was to pay.
Source: official Nebraska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 72-227
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 72-227 cover?
Section 72-227 ("State-owned land occupied by school, church, or cemetery; sale; procedure.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nebraska § 72-227?
A common citation format is "Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 72-227" (Nebraska). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Nebraska official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Nebraska attorney.
How does Nebraska § 72-227 apply to my situation?
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