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Land Transfer for the Pechanga Band of Indians

To take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes.

3 days ago·View on Congress.gov

Key Points

  • This bill would move about 1,261 acres of federal land in Riverside County, California, into a trust for the Pechanga Band of Indians. This means the land would officially become part of the tribe's reservation and be managed for their benefit.
  • The tribe would be required to keep the land as 'open space.' The area must be used to protect wildlife, plants, and important cultural or historical sites rather than for major commercial development.
  • The law specifically bans any type of gambling or casinos on this specific piece of land. It also protects existing rights for things like roads, water services, and utility lines that are already in place.
  • The land is currently managed by the Bureau of Land Management. If the bill passes, the tribe would take over management but must follow federal rules for trust property and notify the government if certain land-use agreements change.

Milestones

4 milestones7 actions
Mar 5, 2026House

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.

Mar 5, 2026House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Mar 5, 2026House

Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs Discharged

Nov 19, 2025House

Subcommittee Hearings Held

Nov 12, 2025House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

To take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes.

Bill NumberHR 5682
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.

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