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Haliwa-Saponi Tribe Recognition: New Federal Rights and Benefits

This act officially recognizes the Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe of North Carolina, granting its members access to federal services and benefits, such as housing and educational support. This recognition aims to improve the quality of life for tribal members and ensure they have equal rights with other recognized Indian tribes.
Key points
The Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe of North Carolina receives official federal recognition, confirming its status as a sovereign entity.
Tribal members gain access to all federal services and benefits available to other recognized Indian tribes, including educational and housing programs.
The federal government will be authorized to take land into trust for the benefit of the Tribe, potentially leading to the establishment of a reservation and supporting community development.
The service area for federal benefits will include Halifax, Warren, Nash, Franklin, Vance, and Granville counties in North Carolina, facilitating access to aid.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9536
Sponsor: Rep. Butterfield, G. K. [D-NC-1]
Process start date: 2022-12-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe of North Carolina Recognition Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9536.

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 2022-12-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe of North Carolina receives official federal recognition, confirming its status as a sovereign entity.
  • Tribal members gain access to all federal services and benefits available to other recognized Indian tribes, including educational and housing programs.
  • The federal government will be authorized to take land into trust for the benefit of the Tribe, potentially leading to the establishment of a reservation and supporting community development.
  • The service area for federal benefits will include Halifax, Warren, Nash, Franklin, Vance, and Granville counties in North Carolina, facilitating access to aid.
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. Butterfield, G. K. [D-NC-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

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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