The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.2916, a bill to ratify the Akwesasne Mohawk Land Claim, on December 9, 2025.

The bill ratifies a land claim settlement between the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, the state of New York and other parties. The agreement requires the return of about 3,500 acres of stolen land to the tribe.

“This historic settlement provides long-term certainty and remedies in terms of lands, land acquisition, payment of past property taxes, and will greatly benefit our North Country community,” said Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-New York), the sponsor of H.R.2916.

“For the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, today’s action represents the resolution of a generations-long fight  and finalizing this settlement allows the tribe to restore portions of their homeland, strengthen self-governance, and expand economic opportunities for the North Country,” said Stefanik.

Following consideration, the bill was approved under a suspension of the rules.