A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes.

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 4053 A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Native Americans. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/9/2026, 2:38 PM

Summary of Bill S 4053

The bill titled "A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes" was introduced in the 119th Congress on March 11, 2026.

Congressional Summary of S 4053

This bill takes approximately 860 acres of land in Riverside County, California, into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians. The land is currently administered by the Bureau of Land Management.

The land taken into trust shall be (1) part of the tribe's reservation; (2) maintained as an open space; and (3) used only for purposes consistent with the maintenance of the land as open space and for the protection, preservation, and maintenance of the archaeological, cultural, and wildlife resources on the land. Further, the bill prohibits gaming on the land.

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Current Status of Bill S 4053

Bill S 4053 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2026. Bill S 4053 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 11, 2026. Bill S 4053's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1011) as of March 11, 2026