Bill
HR 2400
Overview: HR 2400, the Pit River Land Transfer Act of 2025, was reported (amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill was introduced on March 27, 2025.Purpose and Inte
Overview: HR 2400, the Pit River Land Transfer Act of 2025, was reported (amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill was introduced on March 27, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this legislation is to transfer certain federal lands in California to the Pit River Tribe. This transfer would help the tribe regain ownership and management of ancestral lands.
Key Provisions:
- Transfers approximately 4,000 acres of federal land currently managed by the Bureau of Land Management to the Pit River Tribe
- Requires the Secretary of the Interior to take the transferred lands into trust for the benefit of the tribe
- Authorizes the tribe to use the lands for various purposes, including cultural preservation, natural resource management, and economic development
Affected Parties and Impacts: The Pit River Tribe would be the primary beneficiary, gaining ownership and control over significant ancestral lands. This transfer could enable the tribe to better preserve its cultural heritage and pursue economic opportunities on the land.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been reported (amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources and is awaiting further action in the legislative process.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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