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Jemez and Zia Pueblos Water Rights Settlement Act

This Act approves a settlement of water rights claims for the Pueblos of Jemez and Zia in New Mexico, recognizing their water rights and ensuring they cannot be permanently alienated. The Act provides financial resources for water infrastructure development, aims to resolve legal disputes, and supports the development of tribal communities.
Key points
The Pueblos of Jemez and Zia gain recognized water rights that cannot be lost through non-use.
Settlement trust funds totaling $490 million will be established for the Pueblos' water infrastructure and economic development.
The Act ratifies an agreement resolving litigation dating back to 1983, providing legal stability.
The Pueblos will have the authority to manage and lease their water rights, potentially fostering economic growth.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8921
Sponsor: Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
Process start date: 2022-09-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pueblos of Jemez and Zia Water Rights Settlement Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8921.

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 2022-09-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Pueblos of Jemez and Zia gain recognized water rights that cannot be lost through non-use.
  • Settlement trust funds totaling $490 million will be established for the Pueblos' water infrastructure and economic development.
  • The Act ratifies an agreement resolving litigation dating back to 1983, providing legal stability.
  • The Pueblos will have the authority to manage and lease their water rights, potentially fostering economic growth.
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. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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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