LEGISLATION/H.R. 2827

To provide for the equitable settlement of certain Indian land disputes regarding land in Illinois, and for other purposes.

119-HR-2827119th CongressIntroduced Apr 10, 2025Native Americans
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Status
Introduced
Committee
Floor Vote
Other Chamber
Signed
Subcommittee Hearings Held

Sponsor

Rep. Cole, Tom [R-OK-4](R-OK-4)
2 cosponsors

Summary

This bill confers jurisdiction to the U.S. Court of Federal Claims for the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma's land claim arising under the Treaty of Grouseland. The court must render judgement without regard to the statute of limitations or any delay-based defense. This jurisdiction expires unless such a claim is filed within one year.

All other claims, including any future claims, of the tribe to land in Illinois are extinguished.

Subjects

Drug trafficking and controlled substancesHealth programs administration and fundingHealth technology, devices, suppliesMedical tests and diagnostic methods

Actions (5)

Subcommittee Hearings Held
Mar 4, 2026House committee actions
Referred to the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs.
Feb 25, 2026House committee actions
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Apr 10, 2025House floor actions
Introduced in House
Apr 10, 2025Library of Congress
Introduced in House
Apr 10, 2025Library of Congress