A bill to provide for the settlement of the water rights claims of the Fort Belknap Indian Community, and for other purposes.

1/25/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
Bill 119 s 241, also known as the Fort Belknap Indian Community Water Rights Settlement Act, aims to address the water rights claims of the Fort Belknap Indian Community. The bill seeks to provide a settlement that will ensure the community has access to a reliable and sustainable water supply.

The Fort Belknap Indian Community, located in Montana, has long-standing water rights claims that have not been adequately addressed. This bill aims to rectify this by providing a comprehensive settlement that will allocate water resources in a fair and equitable manner.

In addition to addressing the water rights claims of the Fort Belknap Indian Community, the bill also includes provisions for the management and protection of water resources in the region. This includes measures to ensure the sustainability of water supplies and to protect the environment. Overall, Bill 119 s 241 is an important piece of legislation that seeks to provide a fair and equitable settlement for the water rights claims of the Fort Belknap Indian Community. By addressing these claims, the bill aims to ensure that the community has access to a reliable and sustainable water supply for years to come.
Congress
119

Number
S - 241

Introduced on
2025-01-24

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
Bill 119 s 241, also known as the Fort Belknap Indian Community Water Rights Settlement Act, aims to address the water rights claims of the Fort Belknap Indian Community. The bill seeks to provide a settlement that will ensure the community has access to a reliable and sustainable water supply.

The Fort Belknap Indian Community, located in Montana, has long-standing water rights claims that have not been adequately addressed. This bill aims to rectify this by providing a comprehensive settlement that will allocate water resources in a fair and equitable manner.

In addition to addressing the water rights claims of the Fort Belknap Indian Community, the bill also includes provisions for the management and protection of water resources in the region. This includes measures to ensure the sustainability of water supplies and to protect the environment. Overall, Bill 119 s 241 is an important piece of legislation that seeks to provide a fair and equitable settlement for the water rights claims of the Fort Belknap Indian Community. By addressing these claims, the bill aims to ensure that the community has access to a reliable and sustainable water supply for years to come.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to provide for the settlement of the water rights claims of the Fort Belknap Indian Community, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Keanu Hood
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I don't get why this bill is helping them out when there are so many other issues that need attention. Who really benefits from this?

Recent Activity

Latest Action1/24/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.