Rhode IslandAN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RECOGNITION OF NATIVE AMERICAN TRIBES
What it does
Recognizes the Seaconke Wampanoag tribe as a Native American Indian tribe for the limited purpose of assisting this tribe in establishing eligibility for federal benefits and privileges.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Apr 704/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further studyLatest
- Apr 304/03/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)
- Feb 2702/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House State Government & ElectionsIntroduced