legislation: 97-s-1800

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97-s-1800 97 s 1800 A bill to allow an Indian tribe to enact laws relating to the descent and distribution of restricted Indian lands located within the reservation of such tribe, and for other purposes. Native Americans 1981-10-30 1981-10-30 Read second time and referred to Senate Committee on Indian Affairs. Senate Sen. DeConcini, Dennis [D-AZ] AZ D D000185 0 Affirms to Indian tribes and communities the right to enact laws relating to the descent and distribution of restricted Indian lands located within the reservations of such tribes. Sets specified limits on such lawmaking. Requires that the recognized governing body of an Indian tribe submit such proposed laws for approval by the Secretary of the Interior. Treats such laws as approved unless disapproved within 90 days after such submission. Directs the Secretary to prescribe, within 180 days of enactment of this Act, regulations for approval determination procedures. 2025-06-20T19:33:16Z  

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