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Mono Lake Kootzaduka’a Tribe Recognition Act

Mono Lake Kootzaduka’a Tribe: Federal Recognition

This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process after being sent to the House Committee on Natural Resources. It is actively moving through the system, but no future hearings or votes have been scheduled yet. There is no companion bill currently associated with this legislation.

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Most bills that grant tribal recognition face a long process in committee and many never make it to a full vote in the House or Senate.

Key Points

  • This bill would officially recognize the Mono Lake Kootzaduka’a Tribe as a sovereign nation. This status gives the tribe a formal relationship with the United States government, which they currently do not have.
  • Members of the tribe would become eligible for federal programs and services, such as healthcare and education assistance. These benefits would be available to members living in Mono and Inyo counties in California.
  • The government would set aside land in Mono County to be held in trust for the tribe. This land would be used for tribal government offices, housing for members, and businesses to help the tribe grow its economy.
  • The tribe would gain specific rights to hunt and fish on federal lands within their traditional home areas. Federal agencies would be required to work with the tribe to make sure these activities can happen safely and legally.

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Milestones

2 milestones2 actions
Oct 24, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Oct 24, 2025

Introduced in House

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Mono Lake Kootzaduka’a Tribe Recognition Act

Bill NumberHR 5820
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

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