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Compensation for Keweenaw Bay Indian Community for Lost Lands

This act provides $33.9 million in compensation to the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community for lands taken without just compensation in the 19th century. This will allow the tribe to invest in governmental services, economic development, and natural resource protection, while current landowners will gain legal certainty regarding their properties.
Key points
The Keweenaw Bay Indian Community will receive $33.9 million in compensation for historical land takings.
Funds can be used for economic development, public services, and environmental protection, excluding gaming purposes.
The act provides current landowners with legal certainty and clear titles, extinguishing the tribe's claims to these lands.
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Passed Senate
Citizen Poll
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_642
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Process start date: 2025-02-19