25 Mar 2025
🏠Mohegan Tribe's Residential Leasing Ordinance Approved Under HEARTH Act
HEARTH Act Approval of Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut, Residential Leasing Ordinance
Summary
The Assistant Secretary--Indian Affairs approved the residential leasing ordinance adopted by the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut under the Helping Expedite and Advance Responsible Tribal Homeownership Act of 2012 (HEARTH Act). With this approval, the Tribe is authorized to enter into residential leases without further Secretary of the Interior approval.
Agencies
- Interior Department
- Indian Affairs Bureau
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The approval of the Mohegan Tribe's residential leasing ordinance under the HEARTH Act allows for greater control over Tribal land leases without federal oversight, which can facilitate business growth and development opportunities within Tribal jurisdictions. This shift circumvents state and local taxation, benefiting business owners operating on Tribal lands.