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Stable Funding for Native American Programs

This act ensures more stable funding for key educational and health programs for Native Americans, allowing for advance expenditure planning. This means services like healthcare and education in Native American communities will have more predictable resources, potentially improving their quality and accessibility.
Key points
Introduces the ability to approve funds in advance for programs of the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), and Indian Health Service (IHS).
Ensures that funds for these programs will be available for the current fiscal year and the following year, increasing financial predictability.
Requires relevant agencies to submit detailed financial needs forecasts and resource sufficiency reports to Congress, enhancing transparency and accountability.
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Print number: 117_S_2985
Sponsor: Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2021-10-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Indian Programs Advance Appropriations Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2985.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Introduces the ability to approve funds in advance for programs of the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), and Indian Health Service (IHS).
  • Ensures that funds for these programs will be available for the current fiscal year and the following year, increasing financial predictability.
  • Requires relevant agencies to submit detailed financial needs forecasts and resource sufficiency reports to Congress, enhancing transparency and accountability.
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 Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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