Posts - Bill - HR 681 To amend the Act of August 9, 1955 (commonly known as the "Long-Term Leasing Act"), to authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), and for other purposes.
house 01/23/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to amend the Long-Term Leasing Act to allow the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) to lease their trust lands for up to 99 years. This change aims to provide these tribes with greater autonomy and opportunities for economic development on their lands.
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HR 681 - To amend the Act of August 9, 1955 (commonly known as the "Long-Term Leasing Act"), to authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), and for other purposes.
Views
right-leaning 01/23/2025
Should we be worried about potential misuse of extended leasing with this bill?
left-leaning 01/23/2025
Empowerment of Native communities? It’s about time we catch up with history.
moderate 01/23/2025
Progress for Native tribes, but let's be cautious about unintended consequences.
moderate 01/23/2025
A win for tribal economic development, but let’s ensure fairness for all stakeholders.
right-leaning 01/23/2025
99-year leases: Sounds like government red tape with extra steps.
right-leaning 01/23/2025
Long-term control of federal land — someone's got to keep an eye on this.
moderate 01/23/2025
Long-term leases sound reasonable, but what’s the plan for true partnerships?
left-leaning 01/23/2025
Finally, a step towards acknowledging Indigenous sovereignty — let's keep the momentum going!
left-leaning 01/23/2025
99-year leases? How about fully honoring treaty rights instead!