Federal bill would add 836 acres to Barona Band reservation in San Diego County
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Sponsor: Darrell Issa · Representative · CA
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Official title: Barona Group of Capitan Grande Band of Mission Indians Land Transfer Act of 2026
119th Congress
Topics: Family & community
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HR 8483 would place 836 acres of San Diego County land into federal trust for the Barona Band, expanding their reservation across three parcels.
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What does this do?
HR 8483 would transfer approximately 836 acres of land in San Diego County, California, into federal trust status for the Barona Group of Capitan Grande Band of Mission Indians, making the land part of their reservation. The land consists of three separate parcels currently held under federal and county records. The bill prohibits casino-style and other regulated gambling on the land and preserves existing water rights and agreements.
Who does it affect?
Members of the Barona Band are most directly affected, as their reservation would grow by the three parcels. Neighboring landowners and members of the general public who use existing trails and roads on the property are also affected, though their access rights are protected under the bill.
Why does it matter?
Once transferred into trust, the land would no longer fall under normal state and local government jurisdiction, which is standard for reservation land. Federal agencies including the Bureau of Land Management and the Forest Service would retain emergency access for situations such as wildfires and search and rescue operations.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedApr 23, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Sep 15, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Unanimous Consent.