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Jamul Indian Village Land Transfer Act

1/3/2025, 6:54 PM

Summary of Bill S 3857

Bill 118 s 3857, also known as the Jamul Indian Village Land Transfer Act, is a piece of legislation that was introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to transfer certain federal lands to the Jamul Indian Village in the state of California.

The Jamul Indian Village is a federally recognized tribe that has been seeking to acquire additional land for economic development and cultural preservation. The lands in question are currently held by the federal government and are located near the tribe's existing reservation.

If passed, this bill would authorize the transfer of these lands to the Jamul Indian Village, allowing the tribe to use the land for various purposes, such as housing, agriculture, and commercial development. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that the transferred lands are used in a manner that is consistent with the tribe's cultural and environmental values. Supporters of the bill argue that it will help the Jamul Indian Village achieve self-sufficiency and economic prosperity, while also preserving their cultural heritage. Critics, however, have raised concerns about the potential impact of the land transfer on the surrounding community and environment. Overall, the Jamul Indian Village Land Transfer Act is a complex piece of legislation that seeks to address the needs and aspirations of the Jamul Indian Village tribe. Its passage would represent a significant step forward in the tribe's efforts to secure additional land for their community.

Congressional Summary of S 3857

Jamul Indian Village Land Transfer Act

This bill takes approximately 172.1 acres of specified lands in San Diego, California, into trust for the benefit of the Jamul Indian Village of California. Land taken into trust shall be part of the tribe's reservation.

The bill prohibits gaming on the land taken into trust.

Current Status of Bill S 3857

Bill S 3857 is currently in the status of Signed by President since December 23, 2024. Bill S 3857 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 29, 2024.  Bill S 3857's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-199. as of December 23, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3857

Total Number of Sponsors
23
Democrat Sponsors
23
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
3
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3857

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3857

Jamul Indian Village Land Transfer Act
Jamul Indian Village Land Transfer Act
A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Jamul Indian Village of California, and for other purposes.

Comments

Quinn Park profile image

Quinn Park

507

11 months ago

I oppose this bill because it unfairly transfers land from the Jamul Indian Village to the federal government. This bill goes against the rights and sovereignty of the Jamul Indian Village, and sets a dangerous precedent for future land transfers.

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Waylen Barton

405

11 months ago

I think this bill is a good idea because it helps the Jamul Indian Village get back some of their land. This is important for their community and culture. But I wonder, how will this bill affect the surrounding area in the short term?

Brianna Tyler profile image

Brianna Tyler

518

11 months ago

I think this bill is good cuz it helps the Jamul Indian Village get their land back. It's important to support Native American communities.

Sol Roach profile image

Sol Roach

398

11 months ago

This bill is bad for us, why they do this to us? It's not fair.

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Haley Avery

503

11 months ago

I can't believe this bill is passing, it's gonna mess everything up for us in HI. It's just not right, they shouldn't be allowed to do this.