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Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S. 1750, S. 3859, S. 4053, & H.R. 226 Date: September 23, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Agenda: Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on several bills: S. 1750 – Poarch Band of Creek Indians Parity Act S. 3859 – A bill to amend the Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act of 1993 with respect to future membership in the Catawba Indian Nation (L S. 4053 – A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes H.R. 226 – Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/09/23/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-legislative-hearing/

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S. 1750, S. 3859, S. 4053, & H.R. 226 Date: September 23, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Agenda: Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on several bills: S. 1750 – Poarch Band of Creek Indians Parity Act S. 3859 – A bill to amend the Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act of 1993 with respect to future membership in the Catawba Indian Nation (L S. 4053 – A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes H.R. 226 – Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/09/23/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-legislative-hearing/

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S. 1750, S. 3859, S. 4053, & H.R. 226 Date: September 23, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Agenda: Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on several bills: S. 1750 – Poarch Band of Creek Indians Parity Act S. 3859 – A bill to amend the Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act of 1993 with respect to future membership in the Catawba Indian Nation (L S. 4053 – A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes H.R. 226 – Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/09/23/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-legislative-hearing/

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S. 1750, S. 3859, S. 4053, & H.R. 226 Date: September 23, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Agenda: Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on several bills: S. 1750 – Poarch Band of Creek Indians Parity Act S. 3859 – A bill to amend the Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act of 1993 with respect to future membership in the Catawba Indian Nation (L S. 4053 – A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes H.R. 226 – Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/09/23/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-legislative-hearing/

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S. 1750, S. 3859, S. 4053, & H.R. 226 Date: September 23, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Agenda: Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on several bills: S. 1750 – Poarch Band of Creek Indians Parity Act S. 3859 – A bill to amend the Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act of 1993 with respect to future membership in the Catawba Indian Nation (L S. 4053 – A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes H.R. 226 – Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/09/23/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-legislative-hearing/

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S. 1750, S. 3859, S. 4053, & H.R. 226 Date: September 23, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Agenda: Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on several bills: S. 1750 – Poarch Band of Creek Indians Parity Act S. 3859 – A bill to amend the Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act of 1993 with respect to future membership in the Catawba Indian Nation (L S. 4053 – A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes H.R. 226 – Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/09/23/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-legislative-hearing/

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S. 1750, S. 3859, S. 4053, & H.R. 226 Date: September 23, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Agenda: Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on several bills: S. 1750 – Poarch Band of Creek Indians Parity Act S. 3859 – A bill to amend the Catawba Indian Tribe of South Carolina Land Claims Settlement Act of 1993 with respect to future membership in the Catawba Indian Nation (L S. 4053 – A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes H.R. 226 – Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/09/23/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-legislative-hearing/

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Business Meeting is to consider S.5354 Date: September 23, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Business Meeting to consider: S.5354 – Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Modernization Act of 2026 More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/09/23/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-legislative-hearing/

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 177, H.R. 3717, H.R. 5935, H.R. 6869, H.R. 8546, H.R. 9017, H.R. 9590 and H.R. 10117 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 177 (Rep. McClintock), “Yosemite National Park Equal Access and Fairness Act” H.R. 3717 (Rep. Harder), “Golden Mussel Eradication and Control Act of 2025” H.R. 5935 (Rep. Calvert), “Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act” H.R. 6869 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes. H.R. 8546 (Rep. Issa), “Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act” H.R. 9017 (Rep. Donalds), “Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026” H.R. 9590 (Rep. Webster), “SAFE for Manatees Act” H.R. 10117 (Rep. Steube), “GATOR Act of 2026” https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419048 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119529

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs Legislative Hearing on H.R. 7269 and H.R. 8674 Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 10:30 AM On Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 7269 (Rep. Randall), "Helping Our People Act of 2026" H.R. 8674 (Rep. Begich), "Geese House Site Conveyance Act" Witnesses Panel one The Honorable Nicholas J. Begich Member of Congress, Washington D.C. The Honorable Emily Randall Member of Congress, Washington D.C. Panel two Ms. Sarah Obed Senior Vice President of External Affairs, Doyon, Limited, Anchorage, AK The Honorable Annette Bryan Councilwoman, Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Tacoma, WA https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419054 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119508

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs Legislative Hearing on H.R. 7269 and H.R. 8674 Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 10:30 AM On Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 7269 (Rep. Randall), "Helping Our People Act of 2026" H.R. 8674 (Rep. Begich), "Geese House Site Conveyance Act" Witnesses Panel one The Honorable Nicholas J. Begich Member of Congress, Washington D.C. The Honorable Emily Randall Member of Congress, Washington D.C. Panel two Ms. Sarah Obed Senior Vice President of External Affairs, Doyon, Limited, Anchorage, AK The Honorable Annette Bryan Councilwoman, Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Tacoma, WA https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419054 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119508

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs Legislative Hearing on H.R. 7269 and H.R. 8674 Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 10:30 AM On Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 7269 (Rep. Randall), "Helping Our People Act of 2026" H.R. 8674 (Rep. Begich), "Geese House Site Conveyance Act" Witnesses Panel one The Honorable Nicholas J. Begich Member of Congress, Washington D.C. The Honorable Emily Randall Member of Congress, Washington D.C. Panel two Ms. Sarah Obed Senior Vice President of External Affairs, Doyon, Limited, Anchorage, AK The Honorable Annette Bryan Councilwoman, Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Tacoma, WA https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419054 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119508

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs Legislative Hearing on H.R. 7269 and H.R. 8674 Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 10:30 AM On Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 7269 (Rep. Randall), "Helping Our People Act of 2026" H.R. 8674 (Rep. Begich), "Geese House Site Conveyance Act" Witnesses Panel one The Honorable Nicholas J. Begich Member of Congress, Washington D.C. The Honorable Emily Randall Member of Congress, Washington D.C. Panel two Ms. Sarah Obed Senior Vice President of External Affairs, Doyon, Limited, Anchorage, AK The Honorable Annette Bryan Councilwoman, Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Tacoma, WA https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419054 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119508

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs Legislative Hearing on H.R. 7269 and H.R. 8674 Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 10:30 AM On Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 7269 (Rep. Randall), "Helping Our People Act of 2026" H.R. 8674 (Rep. Begich), "Geese House Site Conveyance Act" Witnesses Panel one The Honorable Nicholas J. Begich Member of Congress, Washington D.C. The Honorable Emily Randall Member of Congress, Washington D.C. Panel two Ms. Sarah Obed Senior Vice President of External Affairs, Doyon, Limited, Anchorage, AK The Honorable Annette Bryan Councilwoman, Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Tacoma, WA https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419054 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119508

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs Legislative Hearing on H.R. 7269 and H.R. 8674 Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 10:30 AM On Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 7269 (Rep. Randall), "Helping Our People Act of 2026" H.R. 8674 (Rep. Begich), "Geese House Site Conveyance Act" Witnesses Panel one The Honorable Nicholas J. Begich Member of Congress, Washington D.C. The Honorable Emily Randall Member of Congress, Washington D.C. Panel two Ms. Sarah Obed Senior Vice President of External Affairs, Doyon, Limited, Anchorage, AK The Honorable Annette Bryan Councilwoman, Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Tacoma, WA https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419054 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119508

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs Legislative Hearing on H.R. 7269 and H.R. 8674 Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 10:30 AM On Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 7269 (Rep. Randall), "Helping Our People Act of 2026" H.R. 8674 (Rep. Begich), "Geese House Site Conveyance Act" Witnesses Panel one The Honorable Nicholas J. Begich Member of Congress, Washington D.C. The Honorable Emily Randall Member of Congress, Washington D.C. Panel two Ms. Sarah Obed Senior Vice President of External Affairs, Doyon, Limited, Anchorage, AK The Honorable Annette Bryan Councilwoman, Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Tacoma, WA https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=419054 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119508

Opening Remarks by Indianz.Com

Alicia Puente Cackley / Government Accountability Office by Indianz.Com

Hilary Atkin / Department of Housing and Urban Development by Indianz.Com

Q&A [39:05] by Indianz.Com

Bryan Warner / Cherokee Nation by Indianz.Com

The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.2317, the Northern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act of 2026, on September 14, 2026.

The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.3925, the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation Land Exchange Act, on September 14, 2026. The bill authorizes a land exchange between the federal government and the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation. The tribe would receive about 1,475 of federal forest land in southern California while the United States would receive about 1,460 acres. Following consideration, the House approved H.R.3925 under a suspension of the rules.

The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.8658, the Indian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity Act, on September 14, 2026. Following consideration, the House approved H.R.8658 under a suspension of the rules.

The U.S. House of Representatives considers S.240, the Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2025, on September 14, 2026.

The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.741, the Stronger Engagement for Indian Health Needs Act of 2025, on September 14, 2026. The bill designates the Director of the Indian Health Service as the  Assistant Secretary for Indian Health. The position will remain within the Department of Health and Human Services. Following consideration, the House approved H.R.741 under a suspension of the rules.

The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.6021, the Archie Cavanaugh Migratory Bird Treaty Clarification Act, on September 14, 2026. The bill clarifies that  Alaska Native handicrafts made or sold with non-edible migratory bird parts are exempt from federal law. The measure is named in honor of Archie Cavanaugh, a Tlingit artist and musician who had been prosecuted for carrying on his ancestral traditions. Following consideration, the House approved H.R.6021 under a suspension of the rules.

The U.S. House of Representatives considers S.550, a bill to provide for the equitable settlement of certain Indian land disputes regarding land in Illinois, on September 14, 2026. The bill authorizes the U.S. Court of Federal Claims to resolve a land claim of the Miami Tribe, headquartered in Oklahoma. The claim is based on lands promised to the tribe by treaty in Illinois. Following consideration, the House approved S.550 under a suspension of the rules. The bill already passed the U.S. Senate so it can now be sent to President Donald Trump for his signature.

Rep. Marilyn Strickland (D-Washington) pays tribute to the late Ellery Kenneth "Ken" Choke, the chairman of the Nisqually Tribe. Choke passed away on August 4, 2026, at the age of 62. He led the Nisqually Tribe from 2018 to 2021 before returning to office in 2024. Strickland spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives on September 1, 2026.

U.S. Senate candidate Peggy Flanagan delivers a primary election victory speech on August 11, 2026. Flanagan, a citizen of the White Earth Nation, won the Democratic primary for an open Senate seat in Minnesota. She is seeking to be the first Native woman to serve in the chamber. Flanagan currently serves as Lt. Governor of Minnesota. She spoke from Minneapolis.

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Roundtable titled “Tracking Prediction Markets' Exponential Growth: Tribal Implications and Beyond.”

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Roundtable titled “Tracking Prediction Markets' Exponential Growth: Tribal Implications and Beyond.”