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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
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Land Claim Settlement Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_650.

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 2023-01-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 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.
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. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1].

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.

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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