Search Results: keywords:"federal recognition"

  • H. RES. 1556 — Supporting the designation of October as Foster Youth Voice Month and encouraging public awareness and participation in events and initiatives organized by youth in foster care.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:253

    H. RES. 1556 supports the idea of making October "Foster Youth Voice Month" and encourages more public awareness and participation in events led by youth in foster care. The resolution emphasizes the importance of listening to the experiences of foster youth to shape policies...

    Simple Explanation

    H. RES. 1556 wants to make October a special month called "Foster Youth Voice Month" so people can hear and support kids in foster care, and hopes that everyone will join in their activities to help make life better for them.

  • H. R. 10191 — To extend Federal recognition to the Nottoway Indian Tribe of Virginia, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:4,739

    H. R. 10191 is a bill that seeks to grant Federal recognition to the Nottoway Indian Tribe of Virginia. The bill outlines the Tribe's eligibility for Federal services and benefits and describes the governance of the Tribe, including membership and leadership structures. It...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to officially recognize the Nottoway Indian Tribe as part of the U.S. family, letting them receive help and benefits like other Tribes. It also says they can ask for some land to belong to them but cannot run casinos.

  • H. RES. 1318 — Recognizing the Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle, Washington, as the National Museum of Pop Culture.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:117

    H. RES. 1318 proposes to officially recognize the Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle, Washington, as the “National Museum of Pop Culture.” The resolution highlights the museum's role in preserving pop culture history, celebrating its influence on various forms of creative...

    Simple Explanation

    The Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle might be called the "National Museum of Pop Culture," which means it's being recognized as a special place for pop culture, like music and movies. But, some people worry that it might not be fair to other museums or if it could mean using money from everyone without clear reasons.

  • H. R. 8694 — To amend title 4, United States Code, to permit the flag of the United States to be flown at half-staff in the event of the death of the Mayor of the District of Columbia.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:291

    H. R. 8694 proposes to change the law relating to when the United States flag can be flown at half-staff. Specifically, it permits the flag to be flown at half-staff if the Mayor of the District of Columbia has passed away. This bill amends title 4 of the United States Code...

    Simple Explanation

    In H. R. 8694, the bill says that if the Mayor of Washington, D.C., passes away, the American flag can be lowered to half its height to show respect, just like it is for the President and Governors. This change makes sure the Mayor is honored like other important leaders.

  • H. R. 7541 — To extend Federal recognition to the United Houma Nation, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,145

    H. R. 7541 is a bill aiming to extend federal recognition to the United Houma Nation. The bill proposes that the Tribe and its members become eligible for federal services and benefits typically available to federally recognized Indian Tribes, regardless of not having a...

    Simple Explanation

    H. R. 7541 is a proposal to officially recognize the United Houma Nation by the government, allowing them special services and support, but they can't run casinos on their lands.

  • H. R. 1101 — An Act To amend the Lumbee Act of 1956.
    Status:Received in Senate
    Words:1,267

    H.R. 1101, known as the “Lumbee Fairness Act,” aims to amend the Lumbee Act of 1956 to grant federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. The bill specifies that members of the Lumbee Tribe will be eligible for federal services available to recognized Indian...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 1101 wants to officially say the Lumbee Tribe are Native Americans, so they can get special help from the government, and it talks about how they can have special places to live and who decides the rules there.

  • S. 3697 — To establish the Space National Guard.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:1,428

    S. 3697 aims to create the Space National Guard as a new branch of the organized militia, including active and inactive components, across various states and territories, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia. The bill specifies that this guard will serve as a reserve...

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    S. 3697 is a plan to create a special group called the Space National Guard that helps with space-related stuff and is part of the Space Force. It says where they will be and who will be in charge, but some people worry it might cost a lot of money and that how it will work isn't very clear yet.

  • H. R. 9630 — To extend Federal recognition to the Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Indian Tribe of Virginia, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,635

    H.R. 9630 seeks to grant Federal recognition to the Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Indian Tribe of Virginia, making them eligible for federal services and benefits typically provided to recognized tribes. It acknowledges the tribe's historical presence and connection to their lands,...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 9630 is a bill that wants to officially recognize the Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Indian Tribe of Virginia, allowing them to receive special help from the government, but they are not allowed to have casinos.

  • S. 4000 — To reaffirm the applicability of the Indian Reorganization Act to the Lytton Rancheria of California, and for other purposes.
    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:359

    S. 4000 is a bill that aims to confirm that the Indian Reorganization Act applies to the Lytton Rancheria of California. It allows the Secretary of the Interior to acquire land and take it into trust for the benefit of the Lytton Rancheria. Once the land is taken into trust,...

    Simple Explanation

    S. 4000 is a plan allowing a special part of the US government to take care of land for the Lytton Rancheria, which is a group of Native Americans in California, to help them use it for their needs.

  • H. R. 1101 — An Act To amend the Lumbee Act of 1956.
    Status:Engrossed in House
    Words:1,267

    H.R. 1101, known as the “Lumbee Fairness Act,” seeks to amend the Lumbee Act of 1956 to extend federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. This bill would make the Lumbee Tribe eligible for all federal services and benefits available to recognized tribes, with a designated...

    Simple Explanation

    The Lumbee Fairness Act wants to give the Lumbee Tribe the same official recognition and help from the government as other Native American tribes. It also plans how the Tribe can own land and how the government can work with the state where the Tribe lives.

  • H. R. 1246 — An Act To authorize leases of up to 99 years for land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes.
    Status:Referred in Senate
    Words:186

    H. R. 1246 allows for the leasing of land held in trust for federally recognized Indian Tribes for up to 99 years. This bill amends a previous act from August 9, 1955, to include land from any Indian tribe on a list published by the Secretary under the Federally Recognized...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill lets American Indian tribes lease their special land for up to 99 years, meaning they can let others use their land for a long time, which was decided by the people in charge in Washington, D.C.

  • H. R. 6859 — To extend the Federal recognition to the Gabrielino/Tongva Nation, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,712

    H.R. 6859, titled the "Gabrielino/Tongva Nation Recognition Act of 2023," proposes to grant federal recognition to the Gabrielino/Tongva Nation. This recognition would make the tribe and its members eligible for federal benefits and services typically available to recognized Indian tribes....

    Simple Explanation

    The bill is about officially recognizing a group of people called the Gabrielino/Tongva Nation, which means they'll get help from the government, like special services and a place to live.

  • S. 5227 — To reaffirm and clarify the Federal relationships of the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians of Michigan as a federally recognized Indian tribe, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:1,919

    S. 5227 aims to reaffirm and clarify the recognition of the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians of Michigan as a federally recognized Indian tribe. The bill provides the tribe with access to federal services and benefits that are typically available to recognized tribes,...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill S. 5227 wants to make sure the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians in Michigan are officially recognized as a Native American tribe, so they can get special help from the government, like land and other benefits, just like other recognized tribes do.