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Puyallup Tribe Land Confirmation: 17 Acres Placed in Federal Trust.

This law places approximately 17 acres of land owned by the Puyallup Tribe in Pierce County, Washington, into federal trust status. This action formally incorporates the land into the Puyallup Reservation, subjecting it to federal and tribal jurisdiction rather than state or local laws. Crucially, the law explicitly prohibits the use of this specific acreage for any form of casino or gaming activities.
Key points
Jurisdiction Change: 17 acres of Puyallup Tribe land in Washington are transferred to federal trust status, becoming part of the Reservation.
Gaming Prohibition: The newly incorporated land is permanently restricted from being used for Class II or Class III gaming (casinos/bingo).
Environmental Liability: The U.S. government assumes no liability for any environmental contamination that occurred on the land prior to the transfer into trust.
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Print number: 118_HR_929
Sponsor: Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6]
Process start date: 2023-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Puyallup Tribe of Indians Land Into Trust Confirmation Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_929.

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 2023-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Jurisdiction Change: 17 acres of Puyallup Tribe land in Washington are transferred to federal trust status, becoming part of the Reservation.
  • Gaming Prohibition: The newly incorporated land is permanently restricted from being used for Class II or Class III gaming (casinos/bingo).
  • Environmental Liability: The U.S. government assumes no liability for any environmental contamination that occurred on the land prior to the transfer into trust.
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: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 349.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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