Search Results for keywords:"tribal water rights"

Search Results: keywords:"tribal water rights"

H. R. 8951 — To approve the settlement of water rights claims of the Zuni Indian Tribe in the Zuni River Stream System in the State of New Mexico, to protect the Zuni Salt Lake, and for other purposes.
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July 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:9,486
H.R. 8951, also known as the "Zuni Indian Tribe Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024," aims to settle water rights claims by the Zuni Indian Tribe in New Mexico's Zuni River Stream System and protect the culturally significant Zuni Salt Lake. The bill approves an agreement...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8951 is a plan to help the Zuni Tribe in New Mexico by agreeing on how they can use water and keeping a special lake safe, with money set aside to make sure the tribe’s water needs are met and everything runs smoothly.
H. R. 8791 — To provide for the settlement of the water rights claims of the Fort Belknap Indian Community, and for other purposes.
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June 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:20,951
H.R. 8791 aims to settle water rights claims for the Fort Belknap Indian Community in Montana. The bill authorizes a compact agreement between the Fort Belknap Indian Community and the state of Montana, confirming and defining water rights and related terms. It provides funding for...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about helping the Fort Belknap Indian Community in Montana get access to water they need by making agreements about sharing water, fixing water systems, and making rules for taking care of the water in their area. It also involves giving money to make these water projects happen, but people are worried it might be too expensive and not watched carefully enough.
S. 1987 — An Act To provide for the settlement of the water rights claims of the Fort Belknap Indian Community, and for other purposes.
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June 20, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:21,330
The bill, titled the "Fort Belknap Indian Community Water Rights Settlement Act of 2024," aims to settle water rights claims for the Fort Belknap Indian Community in Montana. It ratifies a water rights compact between the community and the state, authorizes funding for water systems and...
Simple Explanation
The bill is like making a big promise to help a community in Montana with their water by giving them lots of money to fix and build water systems, but some people are worried there aren't enough rules to make sure the money is spent wisely.
S. 4643 — To approve the settlement of water rights claims of the Zuni Indian Tribe in the Zuni River Stream System in the State of New Mexico, to protect the Zuni Salt Lake, and for other purposes.
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December 04, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:9,576
S. 4643 aims to approve the settlement of water rights claims for the Zuni Indian Tribe in New Mexico's Zuni River Stream System and to address issues regarding the Zuni Salt Lake. This bill not only confirms water rights for the Zuni tribe but also establishes a trust fund...
Simple Explanation
The bill helps the Zuni Tribe in New Mexico by giving them money and legal rights to manage their water and protect a special lake, but some people are worried that there isn't enough explanation for how the money will be used or shared with others.

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