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Lytton Rancheria Homelands Act of 2015

4/7/2025, 3:41 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2538

Bill 114 hr 2538, also known as the Lytton Rancheria Homelands Act of 2015, is a piece of legislation that aims to restore land to the Lytton Rancheria tribe in California. The bill would allow the tribe to have certain lands taken into trust by the United States government, which would effectively make the land part of the tribe's reservation.

The bill specifies that the land in question must be located in Sonoma County, California, and must be held in trust for the benefit of the Lytton Rancheria tribe. The bill also outlines the process by which the land will be taken into trust, including requirements for environmental assessments and consultations with local governments.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is a necessary step to right historical wrongs and provide the tribe with the resources they need to thrive. Opponents, however, have raised concerns about the potential impact on local communities and the environment. Overall, the Lytton Rancheria Homelands Act of 2015 is a complex piece of legislation that seeks to address longstanding issues of land ownership and sovereignty for the Lytton Rancheria tribe. It is currently under consideration in Congress, and its ultimate fate remains uncertain.

Current Status of Bill HR 2538

Bill HR 2538 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 21, 2015. Bill HR 2538 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on May 21, 2015.  Bill HR 2538's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 492. as of June 21, 2016

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2538

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2538

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

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