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Seminole Tribe: Free Management of Non-Trust Land

New law allows the Seminole Tribe to freely lease, sell, or transfer land not held in trust by the U.S. government. This grants the tribe greater independence in managing its real estate, potentially impacting local property markets and regional economic development.
Key points
The Seminole Tribe can now lease, sell, or transfer land not held in trust by the U.S. government without additional approvals.
The law does not alter rules for land held in trust by the U.S. government, which remains subject to special regulations.
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VOTING RESULTS
2021-11-02
100%
For 425
Against 2
Abstain 0
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Became Law
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No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_108
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2021-01-28
Voting date: 2021-11-02
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 345
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to authorize the Seminole Tribe of Florida to lease or transfer certain land, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_108.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Seminole Tribe can now lease, sell, or transfer land not held in trust by the U.S. government without additional approvals.
  • The law does not alter rules for land held in trust by the U.S. government, which remains subject to special regulations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-65.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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