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Easier Border Crossing for US Indian Tribes and Canadian First Nations

This new law simplifies border crossing for members of federally recognized Indian Tribes in the U.S. and First Nations individuals in Canada. These changes mean that these individuals will be able to legally reside permanently in the United States, without needing to meet previous, more restrictive blood quantum requirements.
Key points
Simplified U.S. border crossing for members of federally recognized Indian Tribes in the U.S.
Simplified U.S. border crossing for Canadian First Nations individuals with Indian status or self-governing First Nation membership.
These individuals will gain lawful permanent resident status in the U.S., allowing them to live legally.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4596
Sponsor: Rep. Kennedy, Timothy M. [D-NY-26]
Process start date: 2025-07-22