S. 832 · 116th Congress · 2019–2020
A bill to nullify the Supplemental Treaty Between the United States of America and the Confederated Tribes and Bands of Indians of Middle Oregon, concluded on November 15, 1865.
S. 832 in the 116th Congress (2019–2020) became law — introduced on Mar 14, 2019, sponsored by Jeff Merkley with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 116th Congress (2019–2020), Donald Trump was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 14, 2019
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Native Americans
- Public law
- Public Law 116-175
What it does
This bill nullifies the supplemental treaty between the United States and the Confederated Tribes and Bands of Indians of Middle Oregon signed in 1865. The treaty restricted the rights of tribal members to leave the reservation and imposed other conditions. The Department of the Interior has stated that the treaty has never been enforced by the federal government or Oregon.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jeff Merkley (D-OR). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 14, 2019
- Passed the SenateJun 27, 2019
- Passed the HouseSep 21, 2020
- Sent to the PresidentOct 9, 2020
- Became lawOct 20, 2020
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 116-175. (Oct 20, 2020)
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Committees
- Natural Resources Committee
- Indian Affairs Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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