S. 4890 explained · 119th Congress · Pending in Congress

Protecting Indian Water Rights Settlements Act of 2026

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Cosponsors: 1 (1 D, 0 R) · per Congress.gov, 2026-10-14

Introduced: 2026-06-24

Latest action (2026-07-29): Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held.

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