H.R. 2606 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Stigler Act Amendments of 2018
H.R. 2606 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on May 23, 2017, sponsored by Tom Cole with 3 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 23, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 3
- Policy area
- Native Americans
- Public law
- Public Law 115-399
What it does
Stigler Act Amendments of 2018 This bill amends the Act of August 4, 1947 (commonly known as the Stigler Act) to revise the qualifications that must be met for inherited land to remain in restricted status. When land is in restricted status, it is not subject to taxation and may not be sold or transferred without permission of the Department of the Interior.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Tom Cole (R-OK). Co-sponsors: 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 23, 2017
- Passed the HouseSep 12, 2018
- Passed the SenateDec 13, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentDec 21, 2018
- Became lawDec 31, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-399. (Dec 31, 2018)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Concur in the Senate Amendments
House · Dec 20, 2018 · Passed399–0
Every roll call vote on this bill
- Stigler Act AmendmentsHouse · Dec 20, 2018
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Committees
- Indian Affairs Committee
- Natural Resources Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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