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Faster Mortgage Processing for Tribal Trust Land Homeownership

New rules aim to speed up mortgage and property document processing on tribal lands. Citizens will benefit from quicker decisions on housing and business matters, facilitating home construction, renovations, and economic development. The act sets specific deadlines for officials and establishes a Realty Ombudsman to help resolve issues.
Key points
Offices must approve mortgage applications and right-of-way documents within 20-30 days, significantly reducing waiting times.
Mandatory notifications for applicants and lenders about delays, and quick responses to inquiries, are now in place.
A Realty Ombudsman position is created to assist with issues and ensure offices meet deadlines.
Federal agencies and Indian Tribes will gain access to the trust asset management system, streamlining processes.
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Print number: 118_HR_3579
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Dusty [R-SD-At Large]
Process start date: 2023-05-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3579.

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 2023-05-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Offices must approve mortgage applications and right-of-way documents within 20-30 days, significantly reducing waiting times.
  • Mandatory notifications for applicants and lenders about delays, and quick responses to inquiries, are now in place.
  • A Realty Ombudsman position is created to assist with issues and ensure offices meet deadlines.
  • Federal agencies and Indian Tribes will gain access to the trust asset management system, streamlining processes.
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. Johnson, Dusty [R-SD-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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