H.R. 984 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Thomasina E. Jordan Indian Tribes of Virginia Federal Recognition Act of 2017
H.R. 984 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Feb 7, 2017, sponsored by Robert J. Wittman with 5 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Feb 7, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 5
- Policy area
- Native Americans
- Public law
- Public Law 115-121
What it does
Thomasina E. Jordan Indian Tribes of Virginia Federal Recognition Act of 2017 TITLE I--CHICKAHOMINY INDIAN TRIBE (Sec. 103) This bill extends federal recognition to the Chickahominy Tribe. The tribe and its members are made eligible for the services and benefits provided by the federal government to federally recognized Indian tribes, without regard to the existence of a reservation for the tribe.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Robert J. Wittman (R-VA). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 7, 2017
- Passed the HouseMay 17, 2017
- Passed the SenateJan 11, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentJan 17, 2018
- Became lawJan 29, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-121. (Jan 29, 2018)
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- S. 943: Johnson-O'Malley Supplemental Indian Education Program Modernization Act
Committees
- Indian Affairs Committee
- Natural Resources Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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