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Federal Land Transferred to Shingle Springs Miwok Tribe in California

This act transfers approximately 265 acres of federal land in California into trust for the benefit of the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians. This means the land will become part of their reservation and be administered under tribal law, potentially impacting the tribe's development. Importantly, gaming activities will be prohibited on these lands.
Key points
Approximately 265 acres of federal land in California will be placed into trust for the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians.
The transferred land will become part of the tribe's reservation and be administered under laws applicable to tribal trust property.
All forms of gaming, including Class II and Class III, will be prohibited on the transferred lands, limiting potential revenue streams.
This change could impact the social and economic development of the tribe by granting them greater control over their territory.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2735
Sponsor: Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
Process start date: 2025-09-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians Land Transfer Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2735.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Approximately 265 acres of federal land in California will be placed into trust for the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians.
  • The transferred land will become part of the tribe's reservation and be administered under laws applicable to tribal trust property.
  • All forms of gaming, including Class II and Class III, will be prohibited on the transferred lands, limiting potential revenue streams.
  • This change could impact the social and economic development of the tribe by granting them greater control over their territory.
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 Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA].

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 2025-12-23.

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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