Bills/S. 3383

Unlocking Native Lands and Opportunities for Commerce and Key Economic Developments Act of 2025

Unlocking Native Lands and Opportunities for Commerce and Key Economic Developments Act of 2025

In CommitteeCivil RightsSenateSenate Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · Senate
Introduced
Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Passed Both
Signed

Plain Language Summary

# Unlocking Native Lands and Opportunities for Commerce and Key Economic Developments Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to promote economic development on Native American lands by modifying federal rules governing how tribal nations can use and develop their territory. The legislation would give Native American tribes more flexibility and authority over economic projects on their lands, potentially including business ventures, resource development, and commercial activities. By reducing some federal restrictions and bureaucratic requirements, the bill seeks to help tribes generate revenue and create economic opportunities for their communities. **Who It Affects:** The bill directly impacts federally recognized Native American tribes and their members.

It could also affect federal agencies that currently oversee or approve development on tribal lands, as well as private businesses and investors interested in working with tribes on economic projects. **Current Status:** As of now, S. 3383 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. The bill was sponsored by Senator Brian Schatz, a Democrat from Hawaii. *Note: Full legislative text and detailed provisions were not available for review, so this summary reflects the bill's general focus based on its title and subject areas.*.

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Latest Action

December 17, 2025

Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

Subjects

Economic developmentFederal-Indian relationsIndian lands and resources rights

Sponsor

D
Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
D-HI · Senate
1 cosponsor

Key Dates

Introduced
December 8, 2025
Last Updated
December 17, 2025
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