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S.1986: Moapa Band of Paiutes Land Conveyance Act
About This Bill
- Introduced Aug. 5, 2015
- Latest Major Action Oct. 7, 2015
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - Aug. 5, 2015
Bill Summary
Moapa Band of Paiutes Land Conveyance Act This bill requires that 25,977 acres in Nevada administered by the Bureau of Land Management and the Bureau of Reclamation be held in trust for the benefit of the Moapa Band of Paiutes and made part of the tribe's reservation. Gaming is restricted on this land. Eighty-eight acres held in fee by the tribe must be held in trust for the benefit of the tribe and made part of the tribe's reservation.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Oct. 7, 2015 |
Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 114-260.
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| Aug. 5, 2015 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6391)
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| Aug. 5, 2015 |
Introduced in the Senate by Harry Reid (D-Nev.) |