Tule River Tribe Reserved Water Rights Settlement Act of 2025

3/6/2025, 12:03 PM
Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Bill 119 s 689, also known as the Tule River Tribe Water Rights Settlement Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to approve the settlement of water right claims made by the Tule River Tribe. The bill also addresses other related purposes.

The Tule River Tribe, located in California, has long-standing water rights claims that have been a source of contention and legal disputes. This bill seeks to resolve these claims through a negotiated settlement that will provide the tribe with a secure and reliable water supply.

In addition to approving the settlement, the bill also includes provisions for the implementation and enforcement of the settlement agreement. It establishes a process for the tribe to access and use water resources in a manner that is consistent with the settlement terms. Overall, the Tule River Tribe Water Rights Settlement Act is aimed at providing a fair and equitable resolution to the water rights claims of the Tule River Tribe, while also ensuring the sustainable management of water resources in the region.
Congress
119

Number
S - 689

Introduced on
2025-02-24

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/24/2025

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Bill 119 s 689, also known as the Tule River Tribe Water Rights Settlement Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to approve the settlement of water right claims made by the Tule River Tribe. The bill also addresses other related purposes.

The Tule River Tribe, located in California, has long-standing water rights claims that have been a source of contention and legal disputes. This bill seeks to resolve these claims through a negotiated settlement that will provide the tribe with a secure and reliable water supply.

In addition to approving the settlement, the bill also includes provisions for the implementation and enforcement of the settlement agreement. It establishes a process for the tribe to access and use water resources in a manner that is consistent with the settlement terms. Overall, the Tule River Tribe Water Rights Settlement Act is aimed at providing a fair and equitable resolution to the water rights claims of the Tule River Tribe, while also ensuring the sustainable management of water resources in the region.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to approve the settlement of the water right claims of the Tule River Tribe, and for other purposes.

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Latest Action3/5/2025
Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.