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NY S08550
Bill
Status
2/13/2024
Primary Sponsor
Anthony Palumbo
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AI Summary
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Reinstates state recognition and acknowledgment of the Montaukett Indian Nation, which was improperly declared extinct in the 1910 court case Pharaoh v. Benson.
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Adds the Montaukett Indian Nation to the list of New York state Indian nations and tribes recognized under Indian law.
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Establishes tribal leadership structure consisting of a chief or sachem, three tribal trustees, and a tribal secretary, with trustees elected by majority ballot at an annual meeting on the first Tuesday in April for two-year terms.
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Limits voting rights in tribal elections to lineal members of the Montaukett Indian Nation who are at least 18 years old and certified according to the nation's governance rules and regulations.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Provides for the reinstatement of state recognition and acknowledgement of the Montaukett Indian Nation; provides that the Montaukett Indian nation shall have a chief or sachem, three tribal trustees and a tribal secretary; provides for the qualification of voters; makes related provisions.
Last Action
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6/6/2024