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A bill to provide that the pueblo of Santa Clara may lease for 99 years certain restricted land, and for other purposes.

4/7/2025, 3:42 PM

Summary of Bill S 249

Bill 115 s 249, also known as the "Pueblo of Santa Clara Lease Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to allow the Pueblo of Santa Clara to lease certain restricted land for a period of 99 years. The bill specifies that the land in question is currently held in trust by the United States for the benefit of the Pueblo of Santa Clara, and that the lease agreement must be approved by the Secretary of the Interior.

The purpose of this bill is to provide the Pueblo of Santa Clara with the opportunity to generate revenue and economic development through leasing their land for a long-term period. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that the lease agreement is in the best interest of the Pueblo and that it complies with all relevant laws and regulations.

Overall, the "Pueblo of Santa Clara Lease Act" is aimed at empowering the Pueblo of Santa Clara to make decisions about the use of their land in a way that benefits their community and promotes economic growth.

Current Status of Bill S 249

Bill S 249 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 1, 2017. Bill S 249 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the Senate on February 1, 2017.  Bill S 249's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 174. as of July 24, 2017

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 249

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 S 249

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

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