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Increased Land Management Freedom for Bay Mills Indian Community

This bill allows the Bay Mills Indian Community of Michigan to sell, lease, or encumber lands not held in trust by the U.S. government. This grants the Tribe greater independence in managing its real estate, potentially impacting local development and economic opportunities for the community. The U.S. government is not liable for these transactions unless directly involved.
Key points
The Bay Mills Tribe can freely manage its lands not held in trust by the U.S. government.
The U.S. government is not liable for the Tribe's land transactions unless directly involved.
These changes may open new economic and development opportunities for the tribal community.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_412
Sponsor: Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1]
Process start date: 2025-01-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To authorize the Bay Mills Indian Community of the State of Michigan to convey land and interests in land owned by the Tribe.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_412.

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 2025-01-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Bay Mills Tribe can freely manage its lands not held in trust by the U.S. government.
  • The U.S. government is not liable for the Tribe's land transactions unless directly involved.
  • These changes may open new economic and development opportunities for the tribal community.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

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

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