Summary
Moves certain federal lands into a trust for the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska, making it part of their reservation but not allowing casino-style gambling.
What problem does this solve?
The Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska did not have legal control over certain federal lands that were historically important to them. This law transfers the land to be held in trust by the U.S. for the tribe, officially making it part of their reservation.
Who does this affect?
- Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
What does this law do?
Transfers land to a trust
Moves specific federal lands from U.S. control to be held in trust for the benefit of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska.
Expands the Winnebago Reservation
Declares that the newly transferred land is officially part of the Winnebago Reservation, as established by an 1865 treaty.
What is the real world impact?
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Returns ancestral land to the Winnebago Tribe
Gives back federal land to the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska to be held in trust by the United States. This makes the land an official part of their reservation.
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Restricts certain economic activities
Prevents the tribe from building casinos or other major gambling facilities on the new land. This may have been a compromise to ensure the law passed.
When does this start?
This law becomes effective on July 12, 2024.