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Edisto Natchez-Kusso Tribe Recognition: New Federal Rights and Benefits.

This bill officially recognizes the Edisto Natchez-Kusso Tribe of South Carolina, granting its members access to federal services and benefits, similar to other federally recognized Indian tribes. Additionally, the bill allows the tribe to take land into trust for a reservation, but explicitly prohibits gaming activities on these lands.
Key points
The Edisto Natchez-Kusso Tribe and its members become eligible for all federal services and benefits provided to federally recognized Indian Tribes.
The Tribe can request that certain lands be taken into trust for their benefit, potentially forming a reservation, but gaming activities are not permitted.
Existing hunting, fishing, trapping, gathering, and water rights of the Tribe are not expanded, reduced, or affected by this Act.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5822
Sponsor: Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1]
Process start date: 2021-11-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To extend Federal recognition to the Edisto Natchez-Kusso Tribe of South Carolina, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5822.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Edisto Natchez-Kusso Tribe and its members become eligible for all federal services and benefits provided to federally recognized Indian Tribes.
  • The Tribe can request that certain lands be taken into trust for their benefit, potentially forming a reservation, but gaming activities are not permitted.
  • Existing hunting, fishing, trapping, gathering, and water rights of the Tribe are not expanded, reduced, or affected by this Act.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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