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North Dakota Trust Lands Completion: Land Ownership Adjustment

This Act aims to clarify land ownership in North Dakota by allowing the state to exchange land located within Indian reservations and protected areas for other federal lands. This is intended to increase tribal sovereignty over their lands and enhance the conservation of natural areas, potentially affecting resource access and management in these regions.
Key points
North Dakota can relinquish land within Indian reservations and protected areas in exchange for other federal lands of similar value.
Land relinquished within Indian reservations will be managed by the tribes, increasing their self-governance.
Land relinquished within protected areas, like the Little Missouri National Grasslands, will become part of those areas, enhancing their conservation.
Existing leases, rights-of-way, and grazing permits will continue after the ownership transfer.
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Print number: 117_HR_5855
Sponsor: Rep. Armstrong, Kelly [R-ND-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-11-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

North Dakota Trust Lands Completion Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5855.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • North Dakota can relinquish land within Indian reservations and protected areas in exchange for other federal lands of similar value.
  • Land relinquished within Indian reservations will be managed by the tribes, increasing their self-governance.
  • Land relinquished within protected areas, like the Little Missouri National Grasslands, will become part of those areas, enhancing their conservation.
  • Existing leases, rights-of-way, and grazing permits will continue after the ownership transfer.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Armstrong, Kelly [R-ND-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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