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SB3219: Albuquerque Indian School Act of 2026

: Martin Heinrich (D-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Oct 5, 2026
Native Americans
Bill ProgressPassed One Chamber
  1. Introduced (completed)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber (current step)
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

A bill to transfer certain Federal land into trust for certain Indian Pueblos in the State of New Mexico, and for other purposes.

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This bill transfers federal land in New Mexico into trust status for certain Indian Pueblos. Land held in trust means the federal government owns it on behalf of Native American tribes, giving tribes greater control and sovereignty. The bill affects Indian Pueblos in the Albuquerque area and relates to the Albuquerque Indian School property. The bill was sponsored by Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Lujan. It is currently engrossed, meaning it has passed one and is ready for the other chamber to consider it.

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