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The Bureau of Indian Affairs has announced that two parcels of land, called the Tinta Otunwe Parcel and the Group E Parcel, have been added to the reservation of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community in Scott County, Minnesota. The announcement was made by the Acting Assistant Secretary—Indian Affairs, following the authority granted by the Secretary of the Interior. These parcels total approximately 276.25 acres and are subject to existing rights, easements, and reservations, but this change does not alter the ownership of the land.

The Bureau of Indian Affairs has published a notice about amendments to the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community's Liquor Ordinance. These changes, effective from March 21, 2025, update the rules for selling alcohol within the community, covering both on-sale and off-sale transactions. The amendments provide regulations on licensing, operation, and management of liquor sales on Tribally-owned property, including compliance with state and federal laws. The Community's Business Council plays a key role in overseeing on-sale and off-sale liquor operations and reporting to the General Council.