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Extended Land Leases for Chehalis Tribe

This new law allows the Chehalis Tribe to lease their trust lands for up to 99 years. This change provides the tribe with greater flexibility in managing their land and planning long-term projects, potentially fostering economic and social development within the community.
Key points
Extends the maximum land lease term for tribal lands from 25 to 99 years.
Enables the Chehalis Tribe to better plan investments and development on their lands.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-12-22
For 377
Against 42
Abstain 0
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Became Law
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3773
Sponsor: Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA]
Process start date: 2022-03-08
Voting date: 2022-12-22
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 541
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3773.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends the maximum land lease term for tribal lands from 25 to 99 years.
  • Enables the Chehalis Tribe to better plan investments and development on their lands.
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. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-346.

Is this summary verified?

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

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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