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Compensation for Keweenaw Bay Tribe for Lost Reservation Lands

This act aims to compensate the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community for lands taken without just compensation. This will provide the tribe with financial resources for development, while current landowners of the disputed properties will gain clear title. This solution is intended to prevent lengthy legal disputes.
Key points
The Keweenaw Bay Indian Community will receive $33.9 million in compensation for lost lands.
Funds can be used for governmental services, economic development, natural resource protection, and land acquisition, excluding gaming purposes.
The act provides current landowners within the L’Anse Reservation with clear title to their properties, extinguishing all tribal claims.
This resolution aims to avoid costly and protracted litigation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_650
Sponsor: Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1]
Process start date: 2023-01-31