Pechanga Band of Luiseno Mission Indians Water Rights Settlement Act

Bill 114 hr 5984, also known as the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Mission Indians Water Rights Settlement Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to settle water rights claims for the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Mission Indians in California. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 22, 2021, by Representative Ken Calvert.

The Pechanga Band of Luiseno Mission Indians have long-standing water rights claims in the region, and this bill seeks to provide a comprehensive settlement that will ensure the tribe has access to a reliable and sustainable water supply. The settlement includes provisions for the tribe to receive a certain amount of water from the local water district, as well as funding for water infrastructure projects on tribal lands.

The bill also includes provisions for the tribe to waive any future claims to water rights in the region, in exchange for the settlement outlined in the legislation. This settlement is seen as a way to provide certainty and stability for both the tribe and the local water district, and to ensure that the tribe has access to the water resources they need to support their community and economic development. Overall, the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Mission Indians Water Rights Settlement Act is a significant piece of legislation that aims to resolve long-standing water rights claims for the tribe and provide a framework for cooperation and collaboration between the tribe and local water authorities.