H.R. 6162: Albuquerque Indian School Act of 2025

This bill, known as the Albuquerque Indian School Act of 2025, aims to transfer specific federal land in Albuquerque, New Mexico, into trust for the benefit of 19 Indian Pueblos. Here is a breakdown of its main provisions:

Short Title

The act is officially referred to as the "Albuquerque Indian School Act of 2025."

Transfer of Land

Definitions

• 19 Pueblos: Refers to the Indian Pueblos in New Mexico, including Acoma, Cochiti, Isleta, Jemez, Laguna, Nambe, Ohkay Owingeh, Picuris, Pojoaque, San Felipe, San Ildefonso, Sandia, Santa Ana, Santa Clara, Santo Domingo, Taos, Tesuque, Zia, and Zuni.
• Secretary: This term refers to the Secretary of the Interior.
• Survey: A specific survey plat prepared by Surv-Tek, Inc., documenting the federal land involved.

Land to be Transferred

The federal land transfer includes three tracts that collectively amount to approximately 9.89 acres, previously part of the Albuquerque Indian School. It is currently under the control of the General Services Administration. The tracts are detailed as follows:

• Tract 1: Approximately 3.57 acres with a warehouse.
• Tract 2: Approximately 5.78 acres.
• Tract 3: Approximately 0.54 acres.

Transfer Process

Within 90 days after the bill is enacted, the following steps will occur:

1. The Administrator of General Services will transfer administrative control over the specified federal land to the Secretary of Interior.
2. Once the transfer is complete, the Secretary will hold this land in trust for the benefit of the 19 Pueblos.

Easement on Tract 1

Tract 1 will be subject to a right-of-way easement determined by the Administrator of General Services to allow for the retrieval or relocation of federal property.

Land Use

The land transferred into trust will be utilized primarily for:

• Educational purposes
• Health services
• Cultural initiatives
• Business and economic development for the Pueblos

This land will also fall under applicable federal laws concerning Indian trust land in New Mexico.

Limitations and Conditions

The land will remain subject to any existing private or municipal encumbrance, rights-of-way, restrictions, or utility agreements in effect at the time of the bill's enactment.

Prohibition of Gaming

Gaming is prohibited on the transferred land, covering all classifications as defined in the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act.

Relevant Companies

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