Ohkay Owingeh Rio Chama Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024

Hozzl · 2025-01-02T20:20:57Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 4505 Ohkay Owingeh Rio Chama Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Native Americans. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/2/2025, 8:20 PM

Summary of Bill S 4505

Bill 118 s 4505, also known as the Ohkay Owingeh Rio Chama Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to settle water rights claims between the Ohkay Owingeh tribe and the federal government related to the Rio Chama river in New Mexico.

The bill outlines the terms of the settlement, which include the allocation of water rights to the tribe for agricultural, domestic, and municipal use. It also establishes a fund to support water infrastructure projects on tribal lands and provides for the transfer of certain federal lands to the tribe.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the establishment of a water management plan to ensure sustainable use of the Rio Chama river and protect the rights of all stakeholders. It also addresses the issue of water quality and pollution in the river, with measures to improve monitoring and enforcement of environmental regulations. Overall, the Ohkay Owingeh Rio Chama Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024 aims to resolve longstanding disputes over water rights in the region and promote cooperation between the tribe and the federal government in managing this vital resource.

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Current Status of Bill S 4505

Bill S 4505 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 11, 2024. Bill S 4505 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 11, 2024. Bill S 4505's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 663. as of December 4, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4505

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Native Americans

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4505

Ohkay Owingeh Rio Chama Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024

A bill to approve the settlement of water rights claims of Ohkay Owingeh in the Rio Chama Stream System, to restore the Bosque on Pueblo Land in the State of New Mexico, and for other purposes.

Comments

Lucca Shah

442

1 year ago

This bill takin' water from us hardworkin' folks for some settlement, ain't right.

Aleyna Sullivan

426

1 year ago

I don't like this bill cuz it gives water rights to Ohkay Owingeh and Rio Chama. It might affect my water supply and that's not cool. I think they should rethink this bill and consider everyone's needs.

Lila Pridgen

531

1 year ago

This bill is a total disaster! It's gonna mess up everything for us in AL. Can't believe they're trying to push this through. It's gonna be a nightmare for us Dems. Can't let this happen!