Senate Committee Advances Bill to Allow 99-Year Leases on Tribal Lands
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The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs has voted to report a bill favorably. The bill would amend the Long-Term Leasing Act of 1955.
Why it matters: This is a specific legal change that expands the leasing options for two specific tribes. It allows them to secure longer-term agreements for land use, which can be useful for housing, commercial development, or infrastructure projects that require stability beyond the current 50-year cap. It does not change leasing rules for other tribes or federal lands.
Who it affects
- The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe
The source is the official Congressional Record from Congress.gov, and readers should check the full bill text to see the specific conditions attached to these longer leases.
Agency: Senate
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document