Miccosukee Reserved Area Expansion Bill

Official: Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act

IntroducedJanuary 16, 2025

Why This Matters

This bill expands the protected Miccosukee Reserved Area to include Osceola Camp and ensures that structures there are protected from flooding. It aims to safeguard both the land and the community's heritage.

If you live near Osceola Camp, this bill could help protect your home from flooding.

Affects: The Miccosukee Tribe and residents near Osceola Camp will benefit from the expanded protections.

Summary

Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act This bill expands the Miccosukee Reserved Area to include a portion of Everglades National Park in Florida that is known as Osceola Camp. The Department of the Interior, in consultation with the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians, must take appropriate actions to protect structures within the Osceola Camp from flooding.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill expands the Miccosukee Reserved Area to include Osceola Camp. 2. It requires the National Park Service to keep maps of the new area available for public viewing. 3. The bill mandates protection for structures in Osceola Camp from flooding within two years. 4. The Secretary of the Interior must consult with the Miccosukee Tribe on flood protection measures.

Who is affected?

The Miccosukee Tribe and residents near Osceola Camp will benefit from the expanded protections.