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Native American and Hawaiian Tourism Support: New Grants Authorized

This act expands grant programs to support tourism development for Indian tribes, tribal organizations, and Native Hawaiian organizations. These communities will be able to receive funds for tourism projects, potentially boosting local economies and promoting their cultures. Citizens can anticipate new travel opportunities and ways to experience the heritage of these groups.
Key points
Expanded eligibility for tourism development grants for Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations.
More federal agencies, including Commerce, Transportation, and Agriculture, can now provide financial support.
Aims to improve visitor experiences and support local communities through tourism growth.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3789
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2022-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend the Native American Tourism and Improving Visitor Experience Act to authorize grants to Indian tribes, tribal organizations, and Native Hawaiian organizations, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3789.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expanded eligibility for tourism development grants for Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations.
  • More federal agencies, including Commerce, Transportation, and Agriculture, can now provide financial support.
  • Aims to improve visitor experiences and support local communities through tourism growth.
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. Schatz, Brian [D-HI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 592.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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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