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Transfer of Federal Land to Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe

This act transfers approximately 1,082 acres of federal land in Washington State to be held in trust for the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe. This means the Tribe will have full control over these lands, potentially impacting local community development and natural resource management. Importantly, gambling activities will be prohibited on these lands.
Key points
Approximately 1,082 acres of federal land in Washington State will be transferred to the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe.
These lands will become part of the Tribe's reservation, enhancing tribal autonomy in managing the area.
Gambling activities are prohibited on the transferred lands, impacting potential revenue streams for the Tribe.
A portion of the Elwha River within these lands will be managed under Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, with considerations for ecosystem restoration.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8286
Sponsor: Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6]
Process start date: 2022-07-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To take certain Federal land in the State of Washington into trust for the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8286.

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 2022-07-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Approximately 1,082 acres of federal land in Washington State will be transferred to the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe.
  • These lands will become part of the Tribe's reservation, enhancing tribal autonomy in managing the area.
  • Gambling activities are prohibited on the transferred lands, impacting potential revenue streams for the Tribe.
  • A portion of the Elwha River within these lands will be managed under Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, with considerations for ecosystem restoration.
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. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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