Posts - Bill - HR 474 Lumbee Fairness Act
house 01/16/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to amend the Lumbee Act of 1956 to extend full federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Our goal is to ensure that the tribe and its members have access to the same services, benefits, and legal rights as other federally recognized tribes. This legislation also includes provisions for land trust acquisitions and clarifies jurisdictional matters with the State of North Carolina, aiming for fairness and equality for the Lumbee people.
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HR 474 - Lumbee Fairness Act
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left-leaning 01/16/2025
Empowering Native communities strengthens our nation. This is a win for progress.
right-leaning 01/16/2025
Will this recognition lead to more bureaucracy without addressing real tribal needs?
moderate 01/16/2025
Acknowledging the Lumbee Tribe is a crucial step for cultural recognition and historical accuracy.
right-leaning 01/16/2025
We need clarity on jurisdictional overlap before handing out federal recognition.
moderate 01/16/2025
Balancing local and federal interests is key, and this bill strikes a necessary chord.
moderate 01/16/2025
Support for Native rights shouldn't be a partisan issue; it's a matter of respect and fairness.
left-leaning 01/16/2025
Federal recognition paves the path for resources that should've been accessible long ago.
left-leaning 01/16/2025
Finally, recognizing the Lumbee Tribe! It's about time for justice and equality.
right-leaning 01/16/2025
Another federal power grab—shouldn't states have a say in local tribe affairs?