Summary
Puts about 172 acres of land in California into a trust held by the United States for the benefit of the Jamul Indian Village tribe.
What problem does this solve?
The Jamul Indian Village owned land that was not officially part of their reservation, which limited its legal protections. This law formally places the land into a federal trust, making it part of the reservation and ensuring it is properly managed.
Who does this affect?
- Jamul Indian Village of California
- Residents of San Diego County, California
What does this law do?
Places land into a federal trust
Transfers approximately 172.10 acres of land in San Diego County, California, into a trust held by the United States for the Jamul Indian Village.
Bans casino-style gaming
Forbids the use of the transferred land for any class II or class III gaming, which includes bingo halls and casinos.
Expands the official reservation
Makes the land taken into trust an official part of the Jamul Indian Village's reservation.
What is the real world impact?
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Solidifies tribal land rights
Formally places land already owned by the tribe into a federal trust. This action makes the land officially part of their reservation, providing federal protection and recognizing tribal control over the area.
When does this start?
This law takes effect on December 23, 2024.