Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act of 2015

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 248 Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act of 2015 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Native Americans. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:28 PM

Congressional Summary of S 248

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)

Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act of 2015

(Sec. 2) Amends the National Labor Relations Act to provide that any enterprise or institution owned and operated by an Indian tribe and located on its lands is not considered an employer (thus excluding such enterprises or institutions from coverage by such Act).

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Current Status of Bill S 248

Bill S 248 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 22, 2015. Bill S 248 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the Senate on January 22, 2015. Bill S 248's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 220. as of September 10, 2015

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 248

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 248

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

Potential Impact Areas

Federal-Indian relationsIndian lands and resources rightsLabor-management relations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 248

Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act of 2015A bill to clarify the rights of Indians and Indian tribes on Indian lands under the National Labor Relations Act.Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act of 2015Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act of 2015

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