Katimiîn and Ameekyáaraam Sacred Lands Act

The Katimiîn and Ameekyáaraam Sacred Lands Act transfers approximately 1,031 acres of federal land in Northern California to be held in trust for the Karuk Tribe. This designation restores the tribe’s access to historical sites in Siskiyou and Humboldt Counties, allowing these lands to be used for traditional and ceremonial purposes.

Under this law, the U.S. Forest Service maintains access to the area to manage the local Wild and Scenic Rivers System, ensuring continued environmental protection of the waterway. Additionally, the act specifically prohibits any commercial gaming or casino activities on the transferred land, focusing its use on cultural preservation and natural resource management.