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Extending Land Lease Terms to 99 Years for Two Wampanoag Tribes.

This bill authorizes the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) to lease their trust lands for up to 99 years. This change grants the tribes greater autonomy in managing their real estate and facilitates long-term economic development projects, such as housing or commercial ventures. The extended lease period increases stability and investment appeal for these lands, supporting community growth.
Key points
The maximum lease term for tribal lands of the Mashpee Wampanoag and Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) is extended to 99 years.
The change supports economic and housing development on reservation lands by enabling secure, long-term investments.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_5559
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2024-12-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend the Act of August 9, 1955 (commonly known as the "Long-Term Leasing Act"), to authorize leases of up to 99 years for land in the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5559.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The maximum lease term for tribal lands of the Mashpee Wampanoag and Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) is extended to 99 years.
  • The change supports economic and housing development on reservation lands by enabling secure, long-term investments.
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. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

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.

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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