The White House In Action: December 26

Significant Actions, December 26, 2023

President Biden signed into law several bills:

  1. H.R. 1722, the “Grand Ronde Reservation Act Amendment of 2023”: This amendment clarifies that the land claim settlement under the Grand Ronde Reservation Act extinguishes the Tribe’s claims for a specified parcel of land.
  2. H.R. 2839: This bill amends the Siletz Reservation Act to define the Tribe’s hunting, fishing, trapping, and gathering rights.
  3. H.R. 6503, the “Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2023, Part II”: This legislation extends Federal Aviation Administration authorities and related revenue authorities through March 8, 2024.

President Biden spoke with Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani of Qatar, discussing efforts to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas, including American citizens. They also talked about facilitating increased and sustained humanitarian aid flows into Gaza.