To authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes.

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Bill ID: 119/hr/5910
Last Updated: March 6, 2026

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Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large]

ID: H001096

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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.

March 4, 2026

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Bill Summary

Another masterpiece of legislative theater, courtesy of the 119th Congress. Let's dissect this farce and uncover the real disease beneath.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** Ah, the noble intention: to "authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes." How touching. It's almost as if our esteemed lawmakers care about Native American communities. Please, spare me the crocodile tears.

In reality, this bill is a Trojan horse for corporate interests and land speculators. The real purpose is to open up tribal lands to long-term leases, paving the way for exploitation by mining, drilling, and logging companies. It's a classic case of "we're helping" while actually perpetuating systemic oppression.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The bill amends the Act of August 9, 1955, allowing tribes to lease their land for up to 99 years. Oh, what a generous offer! This change will undoubtedly benefit... wait for it... the tribes themselves? Ha! Don't be naive. This is a gift to corporate America, wrapped in a thin veneer of "tribal self-determination."

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The usual suspects: Native American communities (who will likely be steamrolled by corporate interests), land speculators, mining and drilling companies, and the politicians who'll reap the benefits of campaign donations. Oh, and let's not forget the poor, unsuspecting voters who think this bill is actually about helping Native Americans.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** This bill is a ticking time bomb for environmental degradation, cultural erasure, and economic exploitation. It will enable corporations to pillage tribal lands with impunity, all while politicians pat themselves on the back for "supporting" Native American communities. The long-term consequences will be devastating: destroyed ecosystems, displaced communities, and further marginalization of already vulnerable populations.

Diagnosis: This bill is suffering from a severe case of Corporate-itis, a disease characterized by an insatiable hunger for profit at any cost. Symptoms include a complete disregard for environmental and social welfare, accompanied by a healthy dose of hypocrisy and deceit.

Treatment: Apply a strong dose of skepticism and critical thinking. Expose the real motivations behind this bill and hold politicians accountable for their actions. Unfortunately, given the current state of our political system, I'm not holding my breath for a cure anytime soon.

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Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large]

Congress 119 • 2024 Election Cycle

Total Contributions
$99,500
21 donors
PACs
$0
Organizations
$99,500
Committees
$0
Individuals
$0

No PAC contributions found

1
CHEROKEE NATION
2 transactions
$6,600
2
PECHANGA BAND OF INDIANS
2 transactions
$6,600
3
SHAKOPEE MDEWAKANTON SIOUX COMMUNITY
2 transactions
$6,600
4
MUCKLESHOOT INDIAN TRIBE
2 transactions
$6,600
5
AK-CHIN INDIAN COMMUNITY OPERATIONS ACCOUNT
2 transactions
$6,600
6
POARCH BAND OF CREEK INDIANS
2 transactions
$6,600
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SAN MANUEL BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
2 transactions
$6,600
8
THE TULALIP TRIBES OF WASHINGTON
2 transactions
$6,600
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SHINGLE SPRINGS BAND MIWOK INDIANS
2 transactions
$5,800
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COW CREEK BAND OF UMPQUA TRIBE OF INDIANS
1 transaction
$5,000
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PUYALLUP TRIBE OF INDIANS
1 transaction
$3,700
12
MORONGO BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
1 transaction
$3,300
13
HPUL PROJECT OPERATIONS
1 transaction
$3,300
14
MOORETOWN RANCHERIA
1 transaction
$3,300
15
SANTA YNEZ BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
1 transaction
$3,300
16
AQUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS GENERAL FUND
1 transaction
$3,300
17
PRAIRIE BAND POTAWATOMI NATION
1 transaction
$3,300
18
PASCUA YAQUI TRIBE
1 transaction
$3,300
19
CHOCTAW NATION OF OKLAHOMA
1 transaction
$3,300
20
PUEBLO OF LAGUNA
1 transaction
$3,300
21
ONEIDA INDIAN NATION
1 transaction
$2,500

No committee contributions found

No individual contributions found

Cosponsors & Their Campaign Finance

This bill has 4 cosponsors. Below are their top campaign contributors.

Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]

ID: L000273

Top Contributors

10

1
CHOCTAW NATION OF OKLAHOMA
Organization DURANT, OK
$5,000
Jul 25, 2024
2
AK-CHIN INDIAN COMMUNITY
Organization MARICOPA, AZ
$3,300
Dec 30, 2023
3
CHEROKEE NATION
Organization TAHLEQUAH, OK
$3,300
Dec 18, 2023
4
CHEROKEE NATION
Organization TAHLEQUAH, OK
$3,300
Dec 18, 2023
5
MASHANTUCKET PEQUOT TRIBAL NATION
Organization MASHANTUCKET, CT
$3,300
Dec 19, 2023
6
OHKAY OWINGEH
Organization OHKAY OWINGEH, NM
$3,300
Dec 20, 2023
7
PUEBLO OF SANTO DOMINGO
Organization SANTO DOMINGO PUEBLO, NM
$3,300
Dec 18, 2023
8
SHINGLE SPRINGS BAND MIWOK INDIANS
Organization SHINGLE SPRINGS, CA
$3,300
Oct 12, 2023
9
SNOQUAIMIE TRIBE
Organization SNOQUALMIE, WA
$3,300
Oct 30, 2023
10
POARCH BAND OF CREEK INDIANS
Organization ATMORE, AL
$3,300
Mar 30, 2023

Rep. Hurd, Jeff [R-CO-3]

ID: H001100

Top Contributors

10

1
OTERO COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN
Organization LA JUNTA, CO
$2,000
Nov 22, 2024
2
GARY DOEHLING PC
Organization GRAND JUNCTION, CO
$2,000
Jan 22, 2024
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MESA COUNTY REPUBLICAN MEN'S CLUB
Organization GRAND JUNCTION, CO
$500
Nov 22, 2024
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DEARMAN CONSULTING LLC
Organization MEEKER, CO
$500
Feb 12, 2024
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L BAR SLASH RANCH
Organization MEEKER, CO
$500
Feb 12, 2024
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MONTEZUMA COUNTY REPUBLICAN CENTRAL COMMITTEE
Organization CORTEZ, CO
$200
Oct 30, 2024
7
BENSON, BRUCE
RETIRED RETIRED
Individual DENVER, CO
$5,000
Nov 1, 2024
8
ABBOTT, DEBRA
RETIRED RETIRED
Individual MONTROSE, CO
$3,300
Sep 30, 2024
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ABBOTT, SARAH
IRELAND STAPLETON PRYOR AND PASCOE PC LAWYER
Individual MONTROSE, CO
$3,300
Sep 3, 2024
10
ABBOTT, THOMAS
RETIRED RETIRED
Individual MONTROSE, CO
$3,300
Sep 30, 2024

Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1]

ID: L000578

Top Contributors

10

1
CHEROKEE NATION
Organization TAHLEQUAH, OK
$3,300
Oct 31, 2024
2
AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS
Organization PALM SPRINGS, CA
$3,300
Sep 29, 2023
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LEECH LAKE BAND OF OJIBWE
Organization CASS LAKE, MN
$2,000
Nov 4, 2024
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VANN BROTHERS
UNINCORPORATED PARTNERSHIP
Organization WILLIAMS, CA
$1,500
Jun 27, 2023
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ONEIDA NATION
Organization ONEIDA, WI
$1,000
Oct 31, 2024
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SANTA ROSA RANCHERIA, .
SOVEREIGN NATION INDIAN TRIBE
Individual LEMORE, CA
$6,600
May 6, 2024
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NECHAY, JULIA
N/A NOT EMPLOYED
Individual ROSEVILLE, CA
$5,000
Oct 26, 2024
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OSAGE NATION, .
SOVEREIGN NATION INDIAN TRIBE
Individual PAWHUSKA, OK
$3,300
Oct 8, 2024
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MCLAUGHLIN, RANDY
OLD DURHAM WOOD ORCHARD TEMOVAL
Individual DURHAM, CA
$3,300
Oct 13, 2024
10
CHOCTAW NATION OF OKLAHOMA, .
SOVEREIGN NATION INDIAN TRIBE
Individual DURANT, OK
$3,300
Oct 16, 2024

Rep. Ansari, Yassamin [D-AZ-3]

ID: A000381

Top Contributors

10

1
GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY
Organization SACATON, AZ
$3,300
Oct 16, 2024
2
ADIBA JURAYEVA LLC
Organization PHOENIX, AZ
$1,000
Jan 17, 2024
3
SALT RIVER PIMA-MARICOPA INDIAN COMMUNITY
Organization SCOTTSDALE, AZ
$1,000
Oct 8, 2024
4
JACOBS, IRWIN
NOT EMPLOYED RETIRED
Individual LA JOLLA, CA
$3,300
Dec 5, 2024
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ABBASPOUR, SHAHIN
VITESSE WORLDWIDE PRESIDENT & CEO
Individual SCOTTSDALE, AZ
$3,300
Nov 13, 2023
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ALEREZA, TAGHI
ADM ASSOCIATES CEO
Individual EL DORADO HILLS, CA
$3,300
Dec 14, 2023
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ALEREZA, TAGHI
ADM ASSOCIATES CEO
Individual EL DORADO HILLS, CA
$3,300
Dec 14, 2023
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AMERI, GOLI
STARTITUP CEO
Individual LOS ANGELES, CA
$3,300
Dec 14, 2023
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BAKHTIARY, NIMA
ARGANO ENGINEERING
Individual LAGUNA BEACH, CA
$3,300
Dec 10, 2023
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BAKHTIARY, NIMA
ARGANO ENGINEERING
Individual LAGUNA BEACH, CA
$3,300
Dec 10, 2023

Donor Network - Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large]

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