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Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2026
2/10/2026, 9:39 PM
Summary of Bill S 3617
The Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2026, designated as S. 3617 in the 119th Congress and introduced on January 13, 2026, aims to address water rights issues concerning the Yavapai-Apache Nation. The bill includes provisions related to the settlement of water rights claims and negotiations between the federal government and the tribe. Specific directives regarding water usage, allocation, and management may be outlined in the bill to provide clarity and resolution to the water rights dispute. More details can be found in the official PDF version of the bill available at the provided link.
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Current Status of Bill S 3617
Bill S 3617 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 13, 2026. Bill S 3617 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 13, 2026. Bill S 3617's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs. as of January 13, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3617
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3617
Primary Policy Focus
Native AmericansAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3617
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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