HR5144Referred to Committee

Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Indian Tribe of Southampton County, Virginia, Federal Recognition Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-09-04
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Jennifer A. Kiggans
Jennifer A. Kiggans
Republican · VA · Representative
Votes with party: 96.3% (596 recorded votes)

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Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

2025-09-04

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Plain-English Summary

The Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Indian Tribe, a Native American group from Southampton County, Virginia, would gain official federal recognition under this proposal, which would give the tribe access to federal benefits, services, and programs currently available to other federally recognized tribes. Federal recognition would allow the tribe to establish its own government, manage tribal lands, and pursue economic development opportunities. The change would primarily affect the tribe's members and their ability to access healthcare, education, and other federal services designed for Native Americans.

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