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To extend Federal recognition to the Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation, and for other purposes.

1/23/2025, 9:20 AM

Summary of Bill HR 619

Bill 119 hr 619, also known as the Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation Recognition Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to extend Federal recognition to the Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation. The Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation is a Native American tribe located in Northern California.

The bill seeks to acknowledge the historical and cultural significance of the Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation and grant them the same rights and privileges as other federally recognized tribes. This recognition would allow the tribe to access federal funding and resources to support their community and preserve their cultural heritage.

In addition to recognizing the Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation, the bill also includes provisions for the tribe to enter into government-to-government relationships with the United States, as well as other tribes. This would allow the tribe to participate in decision-making processes that affect their land, resources, and overall well-being. Overall, the Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation Recognition Act is an important piece of legislation that seeks to honor and support the Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation by granting them the recognition and resources they deserve as a sovereign Native American tribe.

Congressional Summary of HR 619

Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation Federal Recognition Act

This bill extends federal recognition to the Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation.

The bill makes the tribe and its members eligible for services and benefits provided to federally recognized tribes, without regard to the existence of a reservation or the location of the residence of any member. The service area of the tribe is considered to be Trinity County, California.

The tribe must submit a membership roll to the Department of the Interior. The tribe must maintain the membership roll.

Current Status of Bill HR 619

Bill HR 619 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 22, 2025. Bill HR 619 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 22, 2025.  Bill HR 619's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of January 22, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 619

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 619

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 619

To extend Federal recognition to the Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation, and for other purposes.
To extend Federal recognition to the Nor Rel Muk Wintu Nation, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 619

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