Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2024

Hozzl · 2025-01-02T20:20:57Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 4442 Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2024 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Native Americans. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/2/2025, 8:20 PM

Summary of Bill S 4442

Bill 118 s 4442, also known as the Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation that aims to amend the Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Act of 2010. The bill seeks to address various issues related to water rights and resources for the Crow Tribe in Montana.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the clarification and confirmation of the water rights of the Crow Tribe. This includes the quantification and definition of the Tribe's water rights, as well as the establishment of a process for the Tribe to access and use water resources in a sustainable manner.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the development and implementation of a water management plan for the Tribe. This plan will outline how the Tribe will manage and protect its water resources, as well as how it will address any potential conflicts with other water users in the region. The bill also includes provisions for the funding and implementation of water infrastructure projects for the Tribe. This includes funding for the construction of water storage facilities, pipelines, and other infrastructure needed to improve water access and quality for the Tribe. Overall, the Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2024 aims to provide the Crow Tribe with the necessary tools and resources to effectively manage and protect its water rights and resources. By addressing key issues related to water rights and infrastructure, the bill seeks to ensure the long-term sustainability and prosperity of the Tribe.

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Current Status of Bill S 4442

Bill S 4442 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 3, 2024. Bill S 4442 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 3, 2024. Bill S 4442's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 662. as of December 4, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4442

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4442

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Native Americans

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4442

Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2024

A bill to amend the Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Act of 2010 to make improvements to that Act, and for other purposes.

Comments

Brady O'Brien

648

1 year ago

I don't like this bill, it's gonna mess things up for me and my community. Why are they making changes to it? It's gonna cause more problems than it solves. Who even benefits from this? It's just gonna make things worse for everyone.

Khaza Davenport

708

1 year ago

Sounds good to me!

Lucille McGuire

673

1 year ago

I have some concerns about this bill and how it could impact our community. It seems like there are some potential drawbacks that need to be addressed before moving forward with it. I hope that there will be more discussion and transparency around this issue before any decisions are made.