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Tribal Labor Sovereignty: Changes to Labor Law for Indian Tribes

This act aims to clarify that Indian tribes and their enterprises operating on tribal lands are not subject to federal labor law. This means that rules regarding unions and collective bargaining on these lands will be set by the tribes themselves, not the federal government. This change may affect employment conditions and worker rights on tribal lands.
Key points
Indian tribes and their businesses on tribal lands will be exempt from federal labor law concerning unions.
Tribes will have greater control over employment rules on their lands.
The act defines what constitutes "Indian Tribe," "Indian," and "Indian lands" in the legal context.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1301
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2025-04-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1301.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Indian tribes and their businesses on tribal lands will be exempt from federal labor law concerning unions.
  • Tribes will have greater control over employment rules on their lands.
  • The act defines what constitutes "Indian Tribe," "Indian," and "Indian lands" in the legal context.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Moran, Jerry [R-KS].

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 2025-12-23.

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