Bills About Native Americans Sponsored by Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.)

Sen. Cantwell sponsored 19 bills about native americans in the 115th Congress (2017-18).

Introduced Number Title Cosponsors Cosponsor Party Latest Action
Jan. 24, 2019 S.216 A bill to provide for equitable compensation to the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the Spokane Reservation for the use of tribal land for the production of hydropower by the Grand Coulee Dam, and for other purposes. 1
All Democrats
Became Public Law No: 116-100.
July 26, 2018 S.RES.596 A resolution recognizing the 29th anniversary of the Tribal Canoe Journey of the Tribal Nations of the Pacific Northwest and congratulating the Puyallup Tribe of Indians for hosting the 2018 Power Paddle to Puyallup. 2
All Democrats
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
May 1, 2017 S.995 A bill to provide for equitable compensation to the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the Spokane Reservation for the use of tribal land for the production of hydropower by the Grand Coulee Dam, and for other purposes. 1
All Democrats
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Power and Oceans.
June 13, 2018 S.3060 A bill to repeal section 2141 of the Revised Statutes to remove the prohibition on certain alcohol manufacturing on Indian lands. 3
Bipartisan
Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 115-343.
March 12, 2018 S.RES.430 A resolution expressing support for the designation of March 9, 2018, as a national day of remembrance in honor of the life, legacy, and many accomplishments of Billy Frank, Jr. 1
All Democrats
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1633)
March 17, 2016 S.2739 A bill to provide for equitable compensation to the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the Spokane Reservation for the use of tribal land for the production of hydropower by the Grand Coulee Dam, and for other purposes. 1
All Democrats
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 672.
May 9, 2013 S.919 A bill to amend the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act to provide further self-governance by Indian tribes, and for other purposes. 13
Bipartisan
By Senator Tester from Committee on Indian Affairs filed written report. Report No. 113-285.
Aug. 1, 2013 S.1448 A bill to provide for equitable compensation to the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the Spokane Reservation for the use of tribal land for the production of hydropower by the Grand Coulee Dam, and for other purposes. 2
All Democrats
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 448.
July 24, 2013 S.1352 A bill to reauthorize the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996, and for other purposes. 12
Bipartisan
By Senator Tester from Committee on Indian Affairs filed written report. Report No. 113-152.
Nov. 20, 2013 S.RES.305 A resolution recognizing National Native American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritages and cultures of Native Americans and the contributions of Native Americans to the United States. 24
Bipartisan
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8410; text as passed Senate: CR S8368-8369)
July 11, 2011 S.1345 A bill to provide for equitable compensation to the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the Spokane Reservation for the use of tribal land for the production of hydropower by the Grand Coulee Dam, and for other purposes. 1
All Democrats
Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
March 17, 2011 S.636 A bill to provide the Quileute Indian Tribe Tsunami and Flood Protection, and for other purposes. 1
All Democrats
Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Dec. 18, 2009 S.2906 A bill to amend the Act of August 9, 1955, to modify a provision relating to leases involving certain Indian tribes. 1
All Democrats
Became Public Law No: 111-336.
June 25, 2009 S.1388 A bill to provide for equitable compensation to the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the Spokane Reservation for the use of tribal land for the production of hydropower by the Grand Coulee Dam, and for other purposes. 2
All Democrats
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 425.
Dec. 17, 2007 S.2494 A bill to provide for equitable compensation to the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the Spokane Reservation for the use of tribal land for the production of hydropower by the Grand Coulee Dam, and for other purposes. 2
All Democrats
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 948.
July 12, 2005 S.1382 A bill to require the Secretary of the Interior to accept the conveyance of certain land, to be held in trust for the benefit of the Puyallup Indian tribe. 1
All Democrats
Became Public Law No: 109-224.
April 21, 2005 S.881 A bill to provide for equitable compensation to the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the Spokane Reservation for the use of tribal land for the production of hydropower by the Grand Coulee Dam, and for other purposes. 4
Bipartisan
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 317.
July 26, 2005 S.1485 A bill to amend the Act of August 9, 1955, to extend the authorization of certain leases. 1
All Democrats
Referred to the House Committee on Resources.
July 22, 2003 S.1438 A bill to provide for equitable compensation of the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the Spokane Reservation in settlement of claims of the Tribe concerning the contribution of the Tribe to the production of hydropower by the Grand Coulee Dam, and for other purposes. 2
All Democrats
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water and Power.
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