Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB10492

Caption

To amend the Act of August 9, 1955 (commonly known as the "Long-Term Leasing Act"), to authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), and for other purposes.

Impact

The proposed changes to the Long-Term Leasing Act would facilitate greater community development possibilities for the Mashpee Wampanoag and Aquinnah tribes by allowing them long-term control over their lands. This extended leasing arrangement could provide these tribes with the means to develop projects that might include commercial ventures or housing development, thereby improving economic opportunities for tribe members and fostering community resilience.

Summary

House Bill 10492 aims to amend the Long-Term Leasing Act of August 9, 1955, specifically to authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah). This modification seeks to expand the leasing authority for these tribes, enabling them to engage in more extended and stable land leases, which can support economic development and enhance self-determination efforts within their respective communities.

Contention

While the bill presents opportunities for economic development, there may be points of contention regarding the implications of such long-term leases on land rights and sovereignty. Critics may express concerns about the longer-term commitments that such leases entail and the potential impacts on the tribes' capacities for self-governance and cultural preservation. There is also likely to be debate about the extent of federal involvement and oversight in tribal land management decisions as framed by this bill.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US SB5559

A bill to amend the Act of August 9, 1955 (commonly known as the "Long-Term Leasing Act"), to authorize leases of up to 99 years for land in the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), and for other purposes.

US SB236

A bill to amend the Act of August 9, 1955 (commonly known as the "Long-Term Leasing Act"), to authorize leases of up to 99 years for land in the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), and for other purposes.

US HB681

This bill authorizes the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) to lease their land held in trust for a term of up to 99 years. Both tribes are located in Massachusetts.

US HB1246

To authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes.

US HB1208

To amend the Act of June 18, 1934, to reaffirm the authority of the Secretary of the Interior to take land into trust for Indian Tribes, and for other purposes.

US SB5621

A bill to provide grants to States, Indian Tribes, and Tribal organizations for activities to increase the availability of child care options and to support the child care workforce, and for other purposes.

US SB563

A bill to amend the Act of June 18, 1934, to reaffirm the authority of the Secretary of the Interior to take land into trust for Indian Tribes, and for other purposes.

US SB5636

A bill to ensure progress toward the fulfillment by the Federal Government of its trust and treaty obligations to Native Americans and Tribal governments, and for other purposes.

US HB1499

To amend the Grand Ronde Reservation Act to address the hunting, fishing, trapping, and animal gathering rights of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community, and for other purposes.

US SB4301

A bill to grant States and Indian Tribes the authority to waive the 2-year foreign residence requirement for educators in rural and Tribal areas, and for other purposes.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.