Strengthening the Office of Tribal Relations Act of 2023

House Bill 5493 - Strengthening the Office of Tribal Relations Act of 2023: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of House Bill 5493 Strengthening the Office of Tribal Relations Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Native Americans. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/5/2024, 11:45 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 5493

Strengthening the Office of Tribal Relations Act of 2023

This bill establishes the position of Assistant Secretary of Agriculture for Tribal Relations within the Department of Agriculture (USDA). This position may be responsible for (1) overseeing USDA's Office of Tribal Relations; (2) planning, coordinating, and implementing USDA's policies and programs serving Indian tribes and tribal organizations; (3) coordinating tribal programs and activities in all of USDA's offices and agencies; and (4) participating in negotiated rulemakings associated with USDA's tribal programs.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5493

Bill HR 5493 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 14, 2023. Bill HR 5493 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 14, 2023. Bill HR 5493's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. as of September 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5493

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5493

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Native Americans

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5493

Strengthening the Office of Tribal Relations Act of 2023

To amend the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 to establish an Assistant Secretary of Agriculture for Tribal Relations, and for other purposes.