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AZ SB1186
Bill
Status
1/22/2020
Primary Sponsor
Jamescita Peshlakai
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AI Summary
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Amends Arizona Revised Statutes section 41-2053 to establish an annual Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day on Wednesday of the first week of each regular legislative session.
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Designates the Senate to host the legislative day in odd-numbered years and the House of Representatives to host in even-numbered years, with the hosting chamber holding a joint session of the legislature.
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Assigns the governor's office on tribal relations to coordinate planning with the Senate President, House Speaker, and Native American legislators in cooperation with representatives from Arizona's Indian nations and the legislative indigenous peoples' caucus.
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Requires the office to schedule activities and discussions between state and tribal leaders on issues of common interest or jurisdiction, and to invite legislators and officials to pay tribute to Native American history, culture, and contributions.
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Clarifies that Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day is not designated as a legal holiday.
Legislative Description
Indian nations; tribes; legislative day
State Government - Title 41
Last Action
Senate read second time
1/23/2020