Federal Recognition for Houma Nation: Access to Government Services and Benefits
This Act grants official federal recognition to the United Houma Nation in Louisiana. This recognition makes Houma Nation members eligible for all federal services and benefits provided to federally recognized Indian Tribes, significantly improving their access to healthcare, education, and social programs. These services will be delivered within a defined six-parish service area in Louisiana, regardless of the existence of a reservation.
Key points
Federal Recognition: The Houma Nation achieves full federal recognition, which is essential for their rights and relationship with the U.S. government.
Access to Benefits: Tribal members become eligible for all federal services and benefits (e.g., health, education) provided to recognized Indian Tribes.
Service Area Defined: Services will be delivered within six specific parishes in Louisiana (St. Mary, Terrebonne, Lafourche, Jefferson, Plaquemines, St. Bernard).
Land Status: The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to take lands held by the Tribe into trust, potentially establishing a reservation.
Gaming Prohibition: The Act explicitly prohibits the Tribe from conducting gaming activities under any federal law.
Status:
Expired
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