Transfer of Mineral Rights to Crow Tribe in Montana.
This Act facilitates the transfer of mineral interests in Montana to be held in trust for the benefit of the Crow Tribe. The Tribe will receive mineral rights (Hope Family Tracts) that will be exempt from state taxation, potentially boosting their financial autonomy. This transfer is part of a larger land exchange involving the Hope Family Trust and other tracts (Bull Mountains Tracts). Crucially, the Act ensures that these new benefits will not reduce or deny the Tribe's eligibility for existing federal services or programs.
Key points
Mineral Ownership: Mineral interests (Hope Family Tracts) will be taken into trust by the United States for the benefit of the Crow Tribe.
Tax Exemption: The mineral interests conveyed to the Tribe will not be subject to taxation by the State of Montana or its political subdivisions, providing a direct financial benefit.
No Loss of Benefits: Receiving these mineral rights and associated revenue will not result in the reduction or denial of any other Federal services or benefits the Tribe or its members are entitled to.
Land Exchange: The transaction involves the conveyance of other mineral and surface interests (Bull Mountains Tracts) from the U.S. to the Hope Family Trust.
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