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US SB236
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends the Long-Term Leasing Act of 1955 (25 U.S.C. 415(a)) to extend 99-year leasing authority to two Massachusetts tribes
- Authorizes the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe to enter into leases of up to 99 years for land within their reservation
- Grants the same 99-year leasing authority to land held in trust for the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah)
- Introduced January 23, 2025 by Senators Markey and Warren and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs
Legislative Description
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.
Native Americans
Last Action
Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held.
12/17/2025
Committee Referrals
Indian Affairs1/23/2025
Full Bill Text
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