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Financial and Technical Aid for Tribal Buffalo Management and Restoration

This Act establishes a permanent federal program to assist Indian Tribes in restoring and managing buffalo populations on Indian land. Tribal members will benefit from grants and technical support aimed at improving subsistence, strengthening cultural ties, and fostering economic development through commercial activities related to buffalo products. The program is authorized to receive $14 million annually until the end of 2031.
Key points
Tribes receive grants and technical assistance for buffalo restoration programs and commercial development, including mobile meat processing facilities.
The Department of the Interior can transfer surplus buffalo from federal lands to Indian lands, often waiving associated charges.
The Act explicitly confirms that it does not diminish or alter the existing treaty rights of any Indian Tribe.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2908
Sponsor: Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]
Process start date: 2023-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Indian Buffalo Management Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2908.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Tribes receive grants and technical assistance for buffalo restoration programs and commercial development, including mobile meat processing facilities.
  • The Department of the Interior can transfer surplus buffalo from federal lands to Indian lands, often waiving associated charges.
  • The Act explicitly confirms that it does not diminish or alter the existing treaty rights of any Indian Tribe.
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. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S6993-6994)

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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