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.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2735
Sponsor: Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
Process start date: 2025-09-08