Washington § 79.02.140 - Lieu lands — Transfer of title to lands relinquished.

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§ 79.02.140. Lieu lands — Transfer of title to lands relinquished.

Whenever the title to any lands selected under the provisions of RCW 79.02.120 through 79.02.140 shall become vested in the state of Washington by the acceptance and approval of the lists of lands so selected, or other proper action of the United States, the governor, on behalf of the state of Washington, shall execute and deliver to the United States a deed of conveyance of the lands of the state relinquished under the provisions of RCW 79.02.120 through 79.02.140, which deed shall convey to and vest in the United States all the right, title and interest of the state of Washington therein.
[ 2003 c 334 s 490; 1913 c 102 s 3; RRS s 7826. Formerly RCW 79.28.030.]

Notes

Intent—2003 c 334: See note following RCW 79.02.010.

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