Indian Buffalo Management Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 6368 Indian Buffalo Management Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Native Americans. Stay informed on legislative developments.

7/22/2024, 2:28 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 6368

Indian Buffalo Management Act

This bill establishes a program within the Department of the Interior to develop and promote tribal ownership and management of buffalo and buffalo habitat on Indian lands.

Specifically, the bill requires Interior to (1) enter into contracts, award grants, and provide technical assistance to Indian tribes and tribal organizations for activities related to buffalo restoration or management; (2) consult with tribes and tribal organizations on initiatives that affect buffalo or buffalo habitat, including efforts to contain or eradicate diseased buffalo; and (3) develop a policy relating to buffalo and buffalo habitat management activities on Indian land.

Additionally, Interior may enter into agreements with tribes or tribal organizations to transport surplus buffalo from federal land onto Indian land.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6368

Bill HR 6368 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since November 13, 2023. Bill HR 6368 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 13, 2023. Bill HR 6368's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 465. as of June 27, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6368

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Native Americans

Potential Impact Areas

Animal protection and human-animal relationshipsFederal-Indian relationsIndian lands and resources rightsIndian social and development programsMammalsVeterinary medicine and animal diseasesWildlife conservation and habitat protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6368

Indian Buffalo Management ActIndian Buffalo Management ActIndian Buffalo Management ActTo assist Tribal governments in the management of buffalo and buffalo habitat and the reestablishment of buffalo on Indian land.

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