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Land Restoration: Transferring 1,000 Acres to Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe.

This law transfers approximately 1,082 acres of federal land in Washington State into trust for the benefit of the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe. This action expands the Tribe's reservation and strengthens their sovereignty over the area. Crucially, the new land is explicitly prohibited from being used for gaming activities, and existing treaty rights remain fully protected.
Key points
Over 1,000 acres of federal land in Washington are transferred to the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and added to their reservation.
The transferred land is legally barred from being used for casinos or other gaming operations.
Management of the Elwha River portion on this land must adhere to specific Wild and Scenic Rivers Act requirements.
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Print number: 118_S_5287
Sponsor: Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA]
Process start date: 2024-09-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe Project Lands Restoration Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5287.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-09-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Over 1,000 acres of federal land in Washington are transferred to the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and added to their reservation.
  • The transferred land is legally barred from being used for casinos or other gaming operations.
  • Management of the Elwha River portion on this land must adhere to specific Wild and Scenic Rivers Act requirements.
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. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA].

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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