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Federal Bill Authorizes 99-Year Land Leases for Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) Trust Land

Original title: To amend the Act of August 9, 1955 (commonly known as the “Long-Term Leasing Act”), to authorize leases of up to 99 years for land in the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and land held in trust for the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), and for other purposes

Last action · September 14, 2026: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 555.

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What This Bill Would Do

This federal bill authorizes land leases of up to 99 years for the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and for the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah). The measure amends the to permit longer-term development and economic agreements on these specific tribal lands.

Why it matters

The change alters the maximum allowable duration for land leases on specified tribal reservations, directly affecting land management and economic development opportunities for tribal members and prospective leaseholders following the bill's introduction on January 23, 2025.

Who It Would Affect

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Directly affected

Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe

The maximum allowable duration for land leases within their reservation is changed to 99 years.

Directly affected

Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah)

The maximum allowable duration for land leases on land held in trust for the tribe is changed to 99 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum lease duration allowed under this bill?

The bill authorizes leases of up to 99 years.

Which specific tribal lands are affected by this legislation?

The bill applies to land in the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Reservation and for the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah).

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Last action

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 555.Sep 14, 2026

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