Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Land Claim Settlement Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-07-09T02:26:27Z

Explore the details of House Bill 411 Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Land Claim Settlement Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Native Americans. Stay informed on legislative developments.

7/9/2025, 2:26 AM

Summary of Bill HR 411

Bill 119 hr 411, also known as the "Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Land Compensation Act," aims to provide compensation to the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community for the taking of land by the United States within the exterior boundaries of the L'Anse Indian Reservation. This land was guaranteed to the Community under a treaty signed in 1854.

The bill acknowledges that the United States failed to provide just compensation for the land taken from the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, and seeks to rectify this historical injustice by providing financial compensation to the Community. The bill highlights the importance of honoring treaty obligations and recognizing the rights of Indigenous communities.

If passed, the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community will receive compensation for the land taken without just compensation, helping to address the economic impact of the loss of this land. The bill reflects a commitment to upholding the rights of Indigenous communities and seeking to right the wrongs of the past. Overall, Bill 119 hr 411 represents a step towards reconciliation and justice for the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, recognizing the importance of honoring treaty obligations and providing just compensation for land taken without proper compensation.

Congressional Summary of HR 411

Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Land Claim Settlement Act of 2025

This bill directs the Department of the Interior to transfer funds to the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community (KBIC) in Baraga County, Michigan, in order to settle the KBIC's land claims and clear title to those lands.

The KBIC may use these funds for any lawful purpose except to acquire land for gaming.

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Current Status of Bill HR 411

Bill HR 411 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 15, 2025. Bill HR 411 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 15, 2025. Bill HR 411's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held as of June 11, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 411

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 411

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

Potential Impact Areas

- Federal-Indian relations

- Indian claims

- Indian lands and resources rights

- Land transfers

- Michigan

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 411

To provide compensation to the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community for the taking without just compensation of land by the United States inside the exterior boundaries of the L'Anse Indian Reservation that were guaranteed to the Community under a treaty signed in 1854.

Comments

Leah Wooten

752

9 months ago

I think this bill is good for the community, but it's not fair for us. It's gonna take away our land and we won't have anywhere to go. Why can't they just leave things the way they are? This is gonna be a big problem for me and my family.