Grand Ronde Land Transfer Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (17 Sep 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
What this bill does
This bill, S. 5440, introduced by Senator Jeff Merkley, aims to transfer specific federal land into trust for the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon. The exact details of which federal lands are involved and the precise terms of the transfer are not yet publicly available, as the full text of the bill has not been published.
The primary effect of this bill, if enacted, would be to change the ownership and management of certain federal lands, placing them under the stewardship of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community. This action is intended to benefit the tribe.
Currently, S. 5440 is in its initial stage, having just been introduced in the Senate. The next steps would involve the bill being considered by relevant Senate committees. If it passes through committee and then the full Senate, it would then proceed to the House of Representatives for consideration.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Timeline
17 Sep 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
Common questions
- What does S. 5440 do?
- This bill, S. 5440, introduced by Senator Jeff Merkley, aims to transfer specific federal land into trust for the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon. The exact details of which federal lands are involved and the precise terms of the transfer are not yet publicly available, as the full text of the bill has not been published. The primary effect of this bill, if enacted, would be to change the ownership and management of certain federal lands, placing them under the stewardship of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community. This action is intended to benefit the tribe. Currently, S. 5440 is in its initial stage, having just been introduced in the Senate. The next steps would involve the bill being considered by relevant Senate committees. If it passes through committee and then the full Senate, it would then proceed to the House of Representatives for consideration.
- Has S. 5440 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 5440. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 5440?
- S. 5440 was sponsored by Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR] (D-OR), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on S. 5440?
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs. (17 Sep 2026).
Related bills in Native Americans
Technical Correction to the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Reservation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2025
Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2025
Tribal Oral Health Sovereignty Act
Tribal Veterans Voucher Flexibility Act
More bills from Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Honoring Fallen Wildland Firefighters Act of 2026
Car Privacy Rights Act of 2026
American Promise Mortgage Act
Stop Corrupt Gratuities Act
Bill100 mirrors the public U.S. legislative record from Congress.gov and GovTrack and adds plain-English AI summaries. It is an information tool, not legal, compliance or lobbying advice, and it is not affiliated with the U.S. Congress or any government agency. AI summaries can simplify or omit detail — every bill links to the official source; verify there before you rely on it.