U.S Code last checked for updates: Oct 17, 2024
§ 1603.
Declaration of settlement
(a)
Aboriginal title extinguishment through prior land and water area conveyances
(b)
Aboriginal title and claim extinguishment where based on use and occupancy; submerged lands underneath inland and offshore water areas and hunting or fishing rights included
(c)
Aboriginal claim extinguishment where based on right, title, use, or occupancy of land or water areas; domestic statute or treaty relating to use and occupancy; or foreign laws; pending claims
(Pub. L. 92–203, § 4, Dec. 18, 1971, 85 Stat. 689.)
cite as: 43 USC 1603