Bill · H.R. 619· House(119-HR-619)
Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation Federal Recognition Act
- Introduced
- 1/22/2025
- Last activity
- 1/22/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- Sponsored by
- Jared Huffman
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation Federal Recognition Act," seeks to extend federal recognition to the Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation. Upon enactment, the Tribe and its members will become eligible for all federal services and benefits provided to recognized Indian Tribes. This eligibility applies regardless of whether a reservation exists or where a member lives. The Tribe's service area for these services is defined as Trinity County, California. Additionally, the Tribe must submit a membership roll to the Secretary within 18 months.
Yes· 3 of 5
Would Native Americans be better off under this?+8
The bill extends federal recognition and the subsequent federal services and benefits to the Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+7
The bill grants federal recognition to the Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation, which provides access to federal services and legal protections.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+5
The bill enables access to federal services and benefits which often assist low-income households.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Federal Services and Benefits: The Tribe and its members will be eligible for all services and benefits provided by the Federal Government to recognized Indian Tribes (Section 2(b)(3)(A)).
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Legal Protections: All federal laws and regulations of general applicability to Indian Tribes will apply to the Tribe and its members (Section 2(b)(2)).
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Service Area Definition: For the delivery of federal services, the service area is specifically identified as Trinity County, California (Section 2(b)(3)(B)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Membership Requirements: As a condition for receiving recognition and benefits, the Tribe is required to submit a membership roll to the Secretary no later than 18 months after the Act's enactment (Section 2(c)(1)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Native Americans+8Good For Low Income Households+5Good For Rural Residents+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+7Improves Poverty Reduction+5
- 1/22/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- Introduced in House