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NC H499
Resolution
Status
4/26/2023
Primary Sponsor
Jarrod Lowery
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AI Summary
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North Carolina House of Representatives expresses support for the Lumbee Fairness Act, which extends full federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina.
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The Lumbee Tribe has been recognized by North Carolina since 1885 but has sought full federal recognition since 1888.
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Congress passed the Lumbee Act in 1956, which recognized the Lumbee as Indians but withheld full benefits provided to other federally recognized tribes.
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Senators Thom Tillis and Ted Budd introduced the Lumbee Fairness Act on February 16, 2023, with an identical House bill introduced on February 17, 2023, by seven House members.
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The Principal Clerk shall transmit a copy of this resolution to members of North Carolina's congressional delegation, with the resolution effective upon adoption on April 26, 2023.
Legislative Description
Support Lumbee Fairness Act
General Assembly; Local Government; Minorities; Resolutions
Last Action
Adopted
4/26/2023