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Transferring Forest Lands to Indian Tribes: New Opportunities

This new law allows for the transfer of small parcels of federal forest land to Indian Tribes. The aim is to support tribes in managing land, especially those parcels that are isolated or need restoration. Citizens should be aware that this process will be public and will consider the interests of local communities.
Key points
Authorizes the transfer of up to 640 acres of National Forest System land to Indian Tribes if it's in the public interest and the land is isolated or needs restoration.
Indian Tribes can request that transferred lands be included in their reservations.
The transfer process will be transparent, with a 30-day public notice period and notification to local governments and other affected tribes.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10533
Sponsor: Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6]
Process start date: 2024-12-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Small Tribal Forest Restoration Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10533.

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 2024-12-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes the transfer of up to 640 acres of National Forest System land to Indian Tribes if it's in the public interest and the land is isolated or needs restoration.
  • Indian Tribes can request that transferred lands be included in their reservations.
  • The transfer process will be transparent, with a 30-day public notice period and notification to local governments and other affected tribes.
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: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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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Agriculture Environment Local Government