To authorize the Bay Mills Indian Community of the State of Michigan to convey land and interests in land owned by the Tribe.

1/16/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Bill 119 hr 412, also known as the Bay Mills Indian Community Land Conveyance Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to authorize the Bay Mills Indian Community of the State of Michigan to convey land and interests in land owned by the Tribe. The bill specifically allows the Tribe to transfer ownership of certain lands to other entities or individuals.

The Bay Mills Indian Community is a federally recognized tribe located in Michigan, and this legislation would give them the ability to manage their land holdings more effectively. The bill does not specify which lands or interests in land would be conveyed, but it does provide the Tribe with the authority to make these decisions on their own.

This legislation is important because it allows the Bay Mills Indian Community to exercise greater control over their land resources and potentially enter into agreements that could benefit the Tribe economically. It also reflects the federal government's commitment to supporting tribal sovereignty and self-determination. Overall, Bill 119 hr 412 is a straightforward piece of legislation that grants the Bay Mills Indian Community the authority to convey land and interests in land owned by the Tribe. It is a positive step towards empowering tribal communities and promoting economic development within the Bay Mills Indian Community.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 412

Introduced on
2025-01-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Bill 119 hr 412, also known as the Bay Mills Indian Community Land Conveyance Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to authorize the Bay Mills Indian Community of the State of Michigan to convey land and interests in land owned by the Tribe. The bill specifically allows the Tribe to transfer ownership of certain lands to other entities or individuals.

The Bay Mills Indian Community is a federally recognized tribe located in Michigan, and this legislation would give them the ability to manage their land holdings more effectively. The bill does not specify which lands or interests in land would be conveyed, but it does provide the Tribe with the authority to make these decisions on their own.

This legislation is important because it allows the Bay Mills Indian Community to exercise greater control over their land resources and potentially enter into agreements that could benefit the Tribe economically. It also reflects the federal government's commitment to supporting tribal sovereignty and self-determination. Overall, Bill 119 hr 412 is a straightforward piece of legislation that grants the Bay Mills Indian Community the authority to convey land and interests in land owned by the Tribe. It is a positive step towards empowering tribal communities and promoting economic development within the Bay Mills Indian Community.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo authorize the Bay Mills Indian Community of the State of Michigan to convey land and interests in land owned by the Tribe.

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Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.