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Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024
9/26/2024, 11:03 AM
Summary of Bill S 4705
Bill 118 s 4705, also known as the Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to settle the water rights of the Yavapai-Apache Nation, a Native American tribe located in Arizona.
The bill outlines the terms of the settlement, which include the allocation of water rights to the Yavapai-Apache Nation for their use and benefit. It also establishes a framework for the management and distribution of water resources within the tribe's territory.
Additionally, the bill provides funding for the implementation of the settlement agreement, including the construction of water infrastructure and the development of water management plans. It also includes provisions for the protection of water quality and the preservation of natural resources within the Yavapai-Apache Nation's lands. Overall, the Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024 seeks to resolve longstanding disputes over water rights and ensure the sustainable management of water resources for the benefit of the Yavapai-Apache Nation and surrounding communities.
The bill outlines the terms of the settlement, which include the allocation of water rights to the Yavapai-Apache Nation for their use and benefit. It also establishes a framework for the management and distribution of water resources within the tribe's territory.
Additionally, the bill provides funding for the implementation of the settlement agreement, including the construction of water infrastructure and the development of water management plans. It also includes provisions for the protection of water quality and the preservation of natural resources within the Yavapai-Apache Nation's lands. Overall, the Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024 seeks to resolve longstanding disputes over water rights and ensure the sustainable management of water resources for the benefit of the Yavapai-Apache Nation and surrounding communities.
Current Status of Bill S 4705
Bill S 4705 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 11, 2024. Bill S 4705 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 11, 2024. Bill S 4705's most recent activity was Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held. as of September 25, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4705
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4705
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4705
A bill to approve the settlement of water rights claims of the Yavapai-Apache Nation in the State of Arizona, to authorize construction of a water project relating to those water rights claims, and for other purposes.
A bill to approve the settlement of water rights claims of the Yavapai-Apache Nation in the State of Arizona, to authorize construction of a water project relating to those water rights claims, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4705
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