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US HB7065

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Nicholas Langworthy

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Nullifies the jurisdiction granted to New York State over Seneca Nation reservations under the Act of July 2, 1948 (62 Stat. 1224, ch. 809; 25 U.S.C. 232)

  • Requires written concurrence from both the U.S. Attorney General and the Seneca Nation of Indians before the nullification takes effect

  • Introduced January 14, 2026 by Rep. Langworthy and referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources

  • Would restore federal and tribal jurisdiction over law enforcement matters on Seneca Nation reservations in New York

Legislative Description

Seneca Nation Law Enforcement Efficiency Act

Crime and law enforcement

Last Action

Subcommittee Hearings Held

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Indian and Insular Affairs2/25/2026
Natural Resources1/14/2026

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