Ohkay Owingeh Rio Chama Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024
1/2/2025, 8:20 PMSummary of Bill S 4505
Bill 118 s 4505, also known as the Ohkay Owingeh Rio Chama Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to settle water rights claims between the Ohkay Owingeh tribe and the federal government related to the Rio Chama river in New Mexico.The bill outlines the terms of the settlement, which include the allocation of water rights to the tribe for agricultural, domestic, and municipal use. It also establishes a fund to support water infrastructure projects on tribal lands and provides for the transfer of certain federal lands to the tribe.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the establishment of a water management plan to ensure sustainable use of the Rio Chama river and protect the rights of all stakeholders. It also addresses the issue of water quality and pollution in the river, with measures to improve monitoring and enforcement of environmental regulations. Overall, the Ohkay Owingeh Rio Chama Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024 aims to resolve longstanding disputes over water rights in the region and promote cooperation between the tribe and the federal government in managing this vital resource.
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Current Status of Bill S 4505
Bill S 4505 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 11, 2024. Bill S 4505 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 11, 2024. Bill S 4505's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 663. as of December 4, 2024Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4505
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
6Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
3Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4505
Primary Policy Focus
Native AmericansAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 4505
Ohkay Owingeh Rio Chama Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024Ohkay Owingeh Rio Chama Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024A bill to approve the settlement of water rights claims of Ohkay Owingeh in the Rio Chama Stream System, to restore the Bosque on Pueblo Land in the State of New Mexico, and for other purposes.Comments
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