S. 2160In Committee
Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians Restoration Act of 2025
Affirms federal recognition of the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians in Michigan and makes the tribe eligible for federal tribal services, benefits, and trust land actions
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Affirms federal recognition of the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians in Michigan and makes the tribe eligible for federal tribal services, benefits, and trust land actions
Key points
- Establish tribal eligibility for federal benefits
- Require a tribal membership roll
- Direct Interior to take land into trust
- Allow reservation status for trust land
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-06-25 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedNative Americans