Expediting Funding and Establishment of New Tribal Court Systems.
This law aims to speed up the process for Native American Tribes to establish their own court systems and receive necessary federal base support funding. It mandates the expedited provision of initial funding, even if the full assessment of the court's needs is incomplete, thereby improving access to justice within Tribal communities and strengthening self-governance.
Key points
Tribes that have not previously received funding will get initial base support funding on an expedited basis to establish their courts.
Federal authorities cannot delay this initial funding due to the unavailability of complete assessment data.
Requires an audit by the Comptroller General to identify and recommend solutions for bureaucratic barriers preventing Tribes from accessing justice services.
Status:
Expired
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