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Illinois Land Dispute Settlement: Compensation for Tribe and Clear Property Titles.

This Act resolves a long-standing historical dispute over 1,280 acres of land in Illinois, currently occupied by non-Indian citizens and local governments. It grants current property owners clear and confirmed legal title to their land, while providing the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation with $50 million in settlement funds. In exchange, the Tribe waives all historical claims against the current occupants and the US government.
Key points
Current property owners within the historic Shab-eh-nay Reservation boundaries gain confirmed, undisputed ownership, protecting them from tribal claims.
The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation receives $50 million for economic development and land acquisition, paid over five years.
Approximately 129 acres of land already owned by the Tribe are officially recognized as Indian country and taken into federal trust (Reaffirmed Reservation).
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Print number: 118_S_1492
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2023-05-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation Shab-eh-nay Band Reservation Settlement Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1492.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Current property owners within the historic Shab-eh-nay Reservation boundaries gain confirmed, undisputed ownership, protecting them from tribal claims.
  • The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation receives $50 million for economic development and land acquisition, paid over five years.
  • Approximately 129 acres of land already owned by the Tribe are officially recognized as Indian country and taken into federal trust (Reaffirmed Reservation).
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. Moran, Jerry [R-KS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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