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Lumbee Tribe Federal Recognition: Full Services and Land Trust Authority

This Act grants full federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, ensuring that tribal members become eligible for all federal services and benefits provided to federally recognized Indian tribes, including healthcare, education, and social support. The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to take land into trust for the benefit of the Tribe, which is vital for community development. Crucially, criminal and civil jurisdiction over these lands will remain with the State of North Carolina unless the state agrees to transfer it.
Key points
Full Federal Recognition: The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina and its members become eligible for all federal services and benefits (e.g., health, education) available to other recognized tribes.
Service Eligibility: Members residing in Robeson, Cumberland, Hoke, and Scotland counties will be considered as residing on or near a reservation for the purpose of receiving federal aid.
Land Management: The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to take land into trust for the benefit of the Tribe, supporting territorial and economic development.
Jurisdiction: North Carolina retains criminal and civil jurisdiction over the Tribe's land unless the state and the Tribe agree to transfer it to federal authorities.
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Print number: 118_S_521
Sponsor: Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]
Process start date: 2023-02-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Lumbee Fairness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_521.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Full Federal Recognition: The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina and its members become eligible for all federal services and benefits (e.g., health, education) available to other recognized tribes.
  • Service Eligibility: Members residing in Robeson, Cumberland, Hoke, and Scotland counties will be considered as residing on or near a reservation for the purpose of receiving federal aid.
  • Land Management: The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to take land into trust for the benefit of the Tribe, supporting territorial and economic development.
  • Jurisdiction: North Carolina retains criminal and civil jurisdiction over the Tribe's land unless the state and the Tribe agree to transfer it to federal authorities.
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. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC].

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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