Seal of the United States Bureau of Indian Affairs
Allows five Oregon tribes to sell their land not held in trust by the Federal government.
Official Summary
Oregon Tribal Economic Development Act
This bill allows the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians, the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon, the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians of Oregon, the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, and the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians to lease, sell, convey, warrant, or transfer their real property that is not held in trust by the United States.
Amendments
Amended in committee.
Sponsors
Original sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Cosponsors: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Votes
Passed House by voice vote.
Passed Senate by Unanimous Consent.
Related bill: HR 3225 (Identical bill, did not pass the House)
