Quapaw Tribal Settlement Act of 2025
Quapaw Nation: $137.5 Million Legal Settlement
The Quapaw Tribal Settlement Act of 2025 is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It was recently introduced in the Senate and sent to the Committee on Indian Affairs for review. No further actions are scheduled at this time, and the bill is considered active.
Legislative Progress
This bill follows a specific court recommendation and is supported by both senators from the tribe's home state. These types of settlement bills usually pass once the legal details are settled.
Key Points
- This bill authorizes the government to pay $137.5 million to the Quapaw Nation and certain tribal members. This money is meant to settle a legal case where a federal court recommended the government pay for past damages.
- The money will be placed into a special trust account managed by the Department of the Interior. This ensures the funds are kept safe until the tribe and its members agree on how to split the payment.
- The tribe and the people involved in the lawsuit must create a plan to share the money. They have 45 days to start working with a neutral mediator to help them reach a fair agreement on how much each person or group receives.
- If the group cannot agree on a plan within 18 months, the Secretary of the Interior will step in to make the final decision. This process includes a formal hearing where everyone can present their side before a final choice is made.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Quapaw Tribal Settlement Act of 2025
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