Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 13, 2026

Title 43 - Public Lands: Interior last revised: Dec 18, 2025
§ 2569.603 - Are lands that contain minerals available?

Yes the lands are available for selection, however, the minerals will be reserved to the United States and will not be conveyed to Eligible Individuals or to the devisees and/or assigns of Eligible Individuals.

authority: 43 U.S.C. 1629g(e)
cite as: 43 CFR 2569.603