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BillHR 2827 · 119

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

Introduced
Apr 10, 2025
Cosponsors
2
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 4, 2026

Bill Summary

Settles certain land disputes between the government and Native American groups regarding land in Illinois. Requires the government to provide a fair resolution to these disputes.

Sponsored By

Tom Cole
Republican · Oklahoma · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 10, 2025
  2. Mar 4, 2026You Are Here

    The bill was sent to committee, where members study it, hold hearings, and decide whether to advance it.

  3. TBD

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects Native American tribes in Illinois who have ongoing land disputes with the government, potentially leading to a resolution and compensation for these tribes. It also impacts the government agencies responsible for managing these lands, which will need to implement the settlement agreements.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
3backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican2
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 50%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (2)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicRights & Representation
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedApr 10, 2025
Last UpdatedMar 4, 2026
Latest ActionSubcommittee Hearings Held
Subjects
  • Rights

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.