HB5553: Patawomeck Indian Tribe of Virginia Federal Recognition Act
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To extend Federal recognition to the Patawomeck Indian Tribe of Virginia, and for other purposes.
Plain-language summary
This bill would officially recognize the Patawomeck Indian Tribe of Virginia as a federally recognized tribe. Federal recognition means the U.S. government acknowledges a Native American tribe as a legitimate government entity with certain rights and protections. The bill is sponsored by five Virginia representatives from both parties. It has been introduced in Congress but has not yet been voted on by a or the full House.
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HB5553: Patawomeck Indian Tribe of Virginia Federal Recognition Act
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Sponsors
Abigail Spanberger
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (4)
Jennifer Kiggans
Jennifer Wexton
Morgan Griffith
Robert Wittman