S. 1721 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
American Indian Probate Reform Act of 2004
S. 1721 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Oct 14, 2003, sponsored by Ben Campbell with 2 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Oct 14, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 2
- Policy area
- Native Americans
- Public law
- Public Law 108-374
What it does
American Indian Probate Reform Act of 2004 - (Sec. 3) Amends the Indian Land Consolidation Act to require that any trust or restricted interest in land or interest in trust personalty, subject to applicable Federal law, that is not disposed of by a valid will shall descend: (1) according to an applicable tribal probate code approved in the Act; or (2) if such tribal code does not apply, in accordance with this Act.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ben Campbell (R-CO). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedOct 14, 2003
- Passed the SenateJun 2, 2004
- Passed the HouseOct 7, 2004
- Sent to the PresidentOct 15, 2004
- Became lawOct 27, 2004
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-374. (Oct 27, 2004)
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- S. 162: Gila River Indian Community Judgment Fund Distribution Act of 2003
- S. 222: Zuni Indian Tribe Water Rights Settlement Act of 2003
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- H.R. 2489: Cowlitz Indian Tribe Distribution of Judgment Funds Act
- H.R. 3504: To amend the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act to redesignate the American…
- H.R. 884: Western Shoshone Claims Distribution Act
- H.R. 3846: Tribal Forest Protection Act of 2004
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Committees
- Natural Resources Committee
- Indian Affairs Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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