S.673 - Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act (119th Congress)
Summary
S.673, the Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act, aims to expand the Miccosukee Reserved Area and protect structures within the Osceola Camp from flooding. The bill amends the Miccosukee Reserved Area Act to include the Osceola Camp as part of the MRA. It also directs the Secretary to take actions to protect structures in the Osceola Camp from flooding within two years of enactment, in consultation with the Miccosukee Tribe.
Expected Effects
The bill will likely lead to an expansion of the Miccosukee Reserved Area, providing the Miccosukee Tribe with greater control over the Osceola Camp. Additionally, it will result in actions taken by the Secretary to protect structures within the Osceola Camp from flooding. This could involve engineering projects or other protective measures.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced protection of Miccosukee cultural heritage and sacred sites within the Osceola Camp.
- Reduced risk of property damage and displacement due to flooding in the Osceola Camp.
- Strengthened relationship between the federal government and the Miccosukee Tribe through consultation and collaboration.
- Potential for increased tourism and economic development opportunities for the Miccosukee Tribe.
- Improved environmental stewardship of the Everglades National Park through cooperative management.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential costs associated with flood protection measures, which may strain federal resources.
- Possible conflicts with other stakeholders or land users in the Everglades National Park.
- Potential for unintended environmental consequences from flood protection projects.
- Limited scope of the bill, focusing primarily on one specific area and tribe, potentially neglecting other needs.
- Possible delays or bureaucratic hurdles in implementing the flood protection measures.
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Constitutional Alignment
This bill appears to align with the federal government's treaty obligations and responsibilities towards Native American tribes, as recognized in Article I, Section 8, Clause 3, which grants Congress the power to regulate commerce with Indian tribes. The bill also aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it seeks to protect the property and well-being of the Miccosukee Tribe. The specific actions mandated by the bill, such as flood protection measures, fall within the scope of congressional authority.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).