Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 548 Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Native Americans. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/20/2024, 1:57 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 548

Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act

This bill takes specified lands and easements in Monroe County, Tennessee, into trust for the use and benefit of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. These lands include the Sequoyah Museum, the Chota Memorial, the Tanasi Memorial, and land to provide support for these properties and cultural programs.

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) maintains its right to carry out river control and development on these lands, including temporarily and intermittently flooding certain lands. The bill specifies the structures that may be constructed with the TVA's written consent on certain lands subject to flooding. Additionally, the TVA must be compensated for lost hydropower capacity from future development of these lands.

Further, the bill specifies that the United States is not liable for loss or damage resulting from certain activities, such as the permanent flooding of adjacent lands.

In addition, the bill outlines the TVA's continuing responsibilities, including those related to environmental remediation.

Finally, the bill prohibits gaming on these lands.

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Current Status of Bill HR 548

Bill HR 548 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 26, 2023. Bill HR 548 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 26, 2023. Bill HR 548's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs. as of February 7, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 548

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 548

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

Potential Impact Areas

Alternative and renewable resourcesElectric power generation and transmissionFloods and storm protectionHistoric sites and heritage areasHistorical and cultural resourcesIndian lands and resources rightsLakes and riversLand transfersLand use and conservationMonuments and memorialsMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centersParks, recreation areas, trailsTennesseeWater storageWater use and supply

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 548

Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition ActEastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition ActEastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition ActTo take certain Federal lands in Tennessee into trust for the benefit of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.

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