HR. 226In Committee
Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act
Places specified Monroe County Tennessee lands into trust for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians while preserving Tennessee Valley Authority rights and barring gaming
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Places specified Monroe County Tennessee lands into trust for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians while preserving Tennessee Valley Authority rights and barring gaming
Key points
- Require TVA compensation
- Authorize trust status for lands
- Prohibit gaming on lands
- Limit structures on flood lands
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-02-05 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedAlternative and renewable resourcesElectric power generation and transmissionFloods and storm protectionHistoric sites and heritage areasHistorical and cultural resourcesIndian lands and resources rightsLakes and rivers