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Strengthening Tribal Relations: New Assistant Secretary at Agriculture Department

This bill aims to establish a new position within the Department of Agriculture to improve collaboration with Native American tribes. This will lead to better coordination of programs and policies affecting tribes, potentially resulting in more effective support for indigenous communities in agriculture and rural development.
Key points
Creation of an Assistant Secretary of Agriculture for Tribal Relations to enhance communication and cooperation with Native American tribes.
The new Assistant Secretary will oversee Department of Agriculture programs and policies serving tribes, ensuring better coordination.
This position will participate in rule-making processes related to tribal programs and funding, increasing tribal input on decisions.
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Print number: 118_HR_5493
Sponsor: Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
Process start date: 2023-09-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Strengthening the Office of Tribal Relations Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5493.

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 2023-09-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of an Assistant Secretary of Agriculture for Tribal Relations to enhance communication and cooperation with Native American tribes.
  • The new Assistant Secretary will oversee Department of Agriculture programs and policies serving tribes, ensuring better coordination.
  • This position will participate in rule-making processes related to tribal programs and funding, increasing tribal input on decisions.
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. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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