Wounded Knee Land Protection Bill

Official: Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act

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Why This Matters

This bill aims to protect certain land at the Wounded Knee site by ensuring it remains under the control of the Oglala Sioux Tribe and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. It prevents the land from being sold or taxed, preserving its significance and ownership.

If you are part of the Oglala Sioux or Cheyenne River Sioux Tribes, this bill helps secure your land rights.

Affects: Members of the Oglala Sioux Tribe and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe will benefit from this bill.

Summary

Increasing Public Access to Recreation Act This bill increases the amount made available from the Land and Water Conservation Fund for recreational public access projects on federal land.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to secure land for the Oglala Sioux Tribe and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. 2. The land will be held in restricted fee status, meaning it cannot be sold without permission. 3. The bill ensures the land is not subject to state or local taxes. 4. It requires the Secretary to complete necessary actions within one year of the bill's passage. 5. The land will not be used for gaming activities.

Who is affected?

Members of the Oglala Sioux Tribe and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe will benefit from this bill.