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To allow the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma to lease or transfer certain lands.
4/7/2025, 3:41 PM
Summary of Bill HR 487
Bill 114 hr 487, also known as the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma Land Transfer Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to grant the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma the authority to lease or transfer certain lands. The bill specifically pertains to lands held in trust for the Miami Tribe by the United States government.
The Miami Tribe of Oklahoma has expressed a need for greater flexibility in managing their lands, including the ability to enter into leases or transfer ownership rights. This bill seeks to address this need by allowing the tribe to make decisions regarding the use and disposition of their lands in a manner that best serves their community.
If passed, the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma Land Transfer Act would provide the Miami Tribe with greater autonomy and control over their lands, enabling them to pursue economic development opportunities and other initiatives that benefit their members. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers recognizing the importance of empowering tribal nations to make decisions about their own lands. Overall, Bill 114 hr 487 represents an important step towards tribal self-determination and economic empowerment for the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma. It is a non-controversial piece of legislation that aims to support the tribe in their efforts to manage their lands in a way that best meets their needs and priorities.
The Miami Tribe of Oklahoma has expressed a need for greater flexibility in managing their lands, including the ability to enter into leases or transfer ownership rights. This bill seeks to address this need by allowing the tribe to make decisions regarding the use and disposition of their lands in a manner that best serves their community.
If passed, the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma Land Transfer Act would provide the Miami Tribe with greater autonomy and control over their lands, enabling them to pursue economic development opportunities and other initiatives that benefit their members. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers recognizing the importance of empowering tribal nations to make decisions about their own lands. Overall, Bill 114 hr 487 represents an important step towards tribal self-determination and economic empowerment for the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma. It is a non-controversial piece of legislation that aims to support the tribe in their efforts to manage their lands in a way that best meets their needs and priorities.
Current Status of Bill HR 487
Bill HR 487 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 22, 2015. Bill HR 487 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on January 22, 2015. Bill HR 487's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 114-127. as of February 29, 2016
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 487
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 487
Primary Policy Focus
Native AmericansComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 487
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