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Formal Budget Consultation and Easier Access to Federal Funds for Tribes.

This act mandates formal, annual consultations between the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Tribal Governments regarding the USDA's budget and major agricultural legislation, giving Tribes a formal voice in financial decisions. It also establishes a public repository of economic development programs and an interagency task force to simplify application processes and reduce bureaucracy for Tribes seeking federal funding. The goal is to improve the utilization of federal economic support programs by tribal communities.
Key points
Tribal Governments gain a formal, annual say in the USDA's budget requests and major agricultural bills (Farm Bills).
A public, comprehensive database of all federal economic development programs available to Tribal entities will be created to improve access to funding.
New measures will simplify application procedures and reduce administrative burdens for Tribes applying for federal economic development grants.
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Print number: 118_S_3270
Sponsor: Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Process start date: 2023-11-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

REACH Our Tribes Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3270.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Tribal Governments gain a formal, annual say in the USDA's budget requests and major agricultural bills (Farm Bills).
  • A public, comprehensive database of all federal economic development programs available to Tribal entities will be created to improve access to funding.
  • New measures will simplify application procedures and reduce administrative burdens for Tribes applying for federal economic development grants.
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. Rounds, Mike [R-SD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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Economy Agriculture Local Government