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Water Rights Settlement and Infrastructure Investment for Fort Belknap Community

This Act ratifies a water rights settlement for the Fort Belknap Indian Community in Montana, funding the modernization of irrigation and water delivery systems. It transfers land to the Tribe and allocates significant funds for repairing vital water canals and wastewater facilities to enhance regional water security.
Key points
Allocates 20,000 acre-feet of water per year from Lake Elwell to the Tribal community.
Authorizes hundreds of millions of dollars to restore the St. Mary Canal and upgrade irrigation projects.
Transfers specific state and federal lands into trust for the benefit of the Tribe.
Provides $250 million for wastewater treatment facilities for the Blackfeet Tribe.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_907
Sponsor: Rep. Zinke, Ryan K. [R-MT-1]
Process start date: 2025-01-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Northern Montana Water Security Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_907.

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 2025-01-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allocates 20,000 acre-feet of water per year from Lake Elwell to the Tribal community.
  • Authorizes hundreds of millions of dollars to restore the St. Mary Canal and upgrade irrigation projects.
  • Transfers specific state and federal lands into trust for the benefit of the Tribe.
  • Provides $250 million for wastewater treatment facilities for the Blackfeet Tribe.
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. Zinke, Ryan K. [R-MT-1].

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 2026-01-19.

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