Pala Band of Mission Indians Land Transfer Act of 2023

House Bill

H.R. 423

119th Congress

Pala Band of Mission Indians Land Transfer Act of 2023

Became Public Law No: 118-11.

Introduced:Jan 15, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Darrell E. Issa

Representative

Republican

CA-48

Cosponsors

5

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Finance and Financial Sector

Summary

This bill authorizes a land transfer for the Pala Band of Mission Indians, a federally recognized tribe in San Diego County, California. Land transfer legislation typically places specific parcels into trust status for tribal benefit, enabling economic development, housing, or cultural preservation. Such bills resolve property issues and strengthen tribal land bases.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill authorizes a land transfer for the Pala Band of Mission Indians, a federally recognized tribe in San Diego County, California. Land transfer legislation typically places specific parcels into trust status for tribal benefit, enabling economic development, housing, or cultural preservation. Such bills resolve property issues and strengthen tribal land bases.

Last updated: 1/4/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

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Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Land transfer for Pala Band of Mission Indians
San Diego County, California tribe
Likely places land into trust status
Supports tribal land base consolidation
Enables economic and cultural development

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Land-into-trust legislation is a common vehicle for restoring tribal lands. The Pala Band has an established reservation and this transfer likely addresses specific parcels needed for tribal purposes. Such bills typically have bipartisan support as they fulfill federal trust responsibilities and enable tribal self-determination through land ownership.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Finance and Financial Sector

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

423, 119th Congress (2025). "Pala Band of Mission Indians Land Transfer Act of 2023". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-423