Support for Native American Tribes in Buffalo Management and Habitat Restoration
This act aims to support Native American tribes in restoring and managing buffalo populations on their lands. This will allow tribes to utilize buffalo for cultural, spiritual, subsistence, and economic purposes, potentially improving their well-being and self-sufficiency. Citizens belonging to Native American tribes may experience positive changes in access to traditional resources and economic development.
Key points
Establishes a permanent program to assist Native American tribes in managing buffalo and their habitats.
Enables tribes to receive grants and contracts for buffalo restoration and management programs, including commercial activities.
Allows for the transfer of surplus buffalo from federal lands to Indian lands, often without charge.
Ensures the protection of confidential information provided by tribes to the government.
Affirms that the act does not alter or diminish the treaty rights of any Native American tribe.
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