Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act

# Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would expand the Miccosukee Reserved Area—land in Florida designated for the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians—to include a section of Everglades National Park called Osceola Camp. The bill also requires the Department of the Interior to work with the Miccosukee Tribe to protect buildings at Osceola Camp from flooding. **Who It Affects** The primary beneficiaries would be the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians and their interests in the Everglades region.

The bill would also involve the National Park Service and Department of the Interior, which manage federal lands. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate.