Bill 119 HR 725, also known as the "Crow Tribe Mineral Trust Act," aims to take certain mineral interests into trust for the benefit of the Crow Tribe of Montana. The bill seeks to address the historical injustices faced by the Crow Tribe in relation to their mineral rights and aims to provide economic opportunities and resources for the tribe.
The bill would allow the Secretary of the Interior to take certain mineral interests located within the boundaries of the Crow Reservation into trust for the Crow Tribe. This would give the tribe greater control over the development and management of these mineral resources, potentially leading to increased revenue and economic development for the tribe.
In addition to taking mineral interests into trust, the bill also includes provisions for the establishment of a Crow Tribe Mineral Trust Fund. This fund would be used to support the tribe's economic development initiatives, infrastructure projects, and other tribal priorities.
Overall, the Crow Tribe Mineral Trust Act aims to empower the Crow Tribe by providing them with greater control over their mineral resources and creating opportunities for economic growth and self-sufficiency.