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Changes to Crow Tribe Water Fund Management

This act amends how water project funds for the Crow Tribe are managed. The goal is to streamline financing and implementation of water infrastructure investments, potentially improving access to drinking water and wastewater systems for tribal members.
Key points
Establishes a new account (MR&I Projects Account) for funding water projects, including construction and repair of water and wastewater infrastructure.
Allows remaining MR&I Projects Account funds to be used for purchasing land with water rights after key water projects are completed.
Transfers responsibility for managing, investing, and distributing funds from the Crow Settlement Fund to the Secretary, with funds remaining available until expended.
Extends the funding period for the Yellowtail Dam project from 15 to 20 years, providing longer-term support.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_726
Sponsor: Rep. Downing, Troy [R-MT-2]
Process start date: 2025-01-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_726.

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 2025-01-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a new account (MR&I Projects Account) for funding water projects, including construction and repair of water and wastewater infrastructure.
  • Allows remaining MR&I Projects Account funds to be used for purchasing land with water rights after key water projects are completed.
  • Transfers responsibility for managing, investing, and distributing funds from the Crow Settlement Fund to the Secretary, with funds remaining available until expended.
  • Extends the funding period for the Yellowtail Dam project from 15 to 20 years, providing longer-term support.
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. Downing, Troy [R-MT-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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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