Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas Recognition Act

This bill would give federal recognition to the Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas. Federal laws that apply to Indian Tribes, including the Indian Reorganization Act, would apply to the Tribe and its members. The Tribe and its members would become eligible for federal services and benefits for recognized Tribes, even without a reservation, once the Secretary of the Interior verifies the Tribe's membership roll and the Interior and Health and Human Services departments each develop a determination of needs. The Secretary would have up to 2 years to verify the roll after the Tribe submits it with supporting documents. The Tribe would keep its own membership roll, governing documents, and governing body.

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Sponsors

• Vicente Gonzalez Democrat sponsor
• 1 cosponsors