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Utah Jurisdiction Over Shivwits Paiutes Civil Cases

This act clarifies that the State of Utah will have jurisdiction over civil cases involving the Shivwits Band of Paiutes that arise on their lands. This means civil disputes involving the tribe will be handled in Utah state courts, potentially affecting how business is conducted and conflicts are resolved in these areas. Importantly, the act does not infringe upon the tribe's sovereignty or their right to waive immunity.
Key points
Civil cases involving the Shivwits Band of Paiutes will be handled by Utah state courts.
Contracts and agreements related to tribal lands will be considered part of commerce, facilitating federal court resolution.
The act confirms that the Shivwits Band of Paiutes retains its sovereign immunity unless it chooses to waive it.
The tribe's ability to enter into leases on its lands is enhanced, potentially supporting economic development.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3073
Sponsor: Rep. Maloy, Celeste [R-UT-2]
Process start date: 2025-04-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3073.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Civil cases involving the Shivwits Band of Paiutes will be handled by Utah state courts.
  • Contracts and agreements related to tribal lands will be considered part of commerce, facilitating federal court resolution.
  • The act confirms that the Shivwits Band of Paiutes retains its sovereign immunity unless it chooses to waive it.
  • The tribe's ability to enter into leases on its lands is enhanced, potentially supporting economic development.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

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 Rep. Maloy, Celeste [R-UT-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2515)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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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