Jamul Indian Village Land Transfer Act

Jamul Indian Village Land Transfer Act

This bill takes approximately 172.1 acres of specified lands in San Diego, California, into trust for the benefit of the Jamul Indian Village of California. Land taken into trust shall be part of the tribe's reservation.

The bill prohibits gaming on the land taken into trust.

Bill 118 s 3857, also known as the Jamul Indian Village Land Transfer Act, is a piece of legislation that was introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to transfer certain federal lands to the Jamul Indian Village in the state of California.

The Jamul Indian Village is a federally recognized tribe that has been seeking to acquire additional land for economic development and cultural preservation. The lands in question are currently held by the federal government and are located near the tribe's existing reservation.

If passed, this bill would authorize the transfer of these lands to the Jamul Indian Village, allowing the tribe to use the land for various purposes, such as housing, agriculture, and commercial development. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that the transferred lands are used in a manner that is consistent with the tribe's cultural and environmental values. Supporters of the bill argue that it will help the Jamul Indian Village achieve self-sufficiency and economic prosperity, while also preserving their cultural heritage. Critics, however, have raised concerns about the potential impact of the land transfer on the surrounding community and environment. Overall, the Jamul Indian Village Land Transfer Act is a complex piece of legislation that seeks to address the needs and aspirations of the Jamul Indian Village tribe. Its passage would represent a significant step forward in the tribe's efforts to secure additional land for their community.