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Native Land Leases Extended to 99 Years for Economic Development.

This Act significantly boosts economic development on Native American lands by extending the maximum lease term for commercial and residential purposes to 99 years. It also grants tribes greater self-governance, allowing them to approve rights-of-way (easements for infrastructure) independently, bypassing lengthy federal approval processes. These changes aim to increase business opportunities and investment stability on tribal lands.
Key points
The maximum lease term for restricted Indian lands (for business, residential, educational use) is extended to 99 years, providing stability for long-term investments.
Indian tribes gain the authority to approve rights-of-way (e.g., for utilities, roads) across their lands without federal approval, provided they have an approved tribal environmental review process.
The tribal approval process for rights-of-way is exempt from major federal environmental laws (like NEPA), intended to speed up infrastructure and development projects.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1322
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2023-04-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Unlocking Native Lands and Opportunities for Commerce and Key Economic Developments Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1322.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The maximum lease term for restricted Indian lands (for business, residential, educational use) is extended to 99 years, providing stability for long-term investments.
  • Indian tribes gain the authority to approve rights-of-way (e.g., for utilities, roads) across their lands without federal approval, provided they have an approved tribal environmental review process.
  • The tribal approval process for rights-of-way is exempt from major federal environmental laws (like NEPA), intended to speed up infrastructure and development projects.
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 Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S6705-6707; text: CR S6706-6707)

Is this summary verified?

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

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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