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Alyce Spotted Bear and Walter Soboleff Commission on Native Children Act
4/7/2025, 3:41 PM
Summary of Bill S 246
Bill 114 s 246, also known as the Alyce Spotted Bear and Walter Soboleff Commission on Native Children Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a commission that will focus on the well-being of Native American children.
The commission, named after Alyce Spotted Bear and Walter Soboleff, two prominent Native American leaders, will be tasked with conducting a comprehensive study on the challenges facing Native American children, including issues related to health, education, and child welfare. The commission will also make recommendations on how to improve the lives of Native American children and ensure that they have access to the resources and support they need to thrive.
The bill emphasizes the importance of addressing the unique needs of Native American children and recognizes the historical and ongoing disparities that exist within Native American communities. By establishing this commission, lawmakers hope to bring attention to these issues and develop solutions that will help improve the well-being of Native American children across the country. Overall, the Alyce Spotted Bear and Walter Soboleff Commission on Native Children Act aims to prioritize the needs of Native American children and ensure that they have the opportunity to grow up in safe, healthy, and supportive environments.
The commission, named after Alyce Spotted Bear and Walter Soboleff, two prominent Native American leaders, will be tasked with conducting a comprehensive study on the challenges facing Native American children, including issues related to health, education, and child welfare. The commission will also make recommendations on how to improve the lives of Native American children and ensure that they have access to the resources and support they need to thrive.
The bill emphasizes the importance of addressing the unique needs of Native American children and recognizes the historical and ongoing disparities that exist within Native American communities. By establishing this commission, lawmakers hope to bring attention to these issues and develop solutions that will help improve the well-being of Native American children across the country. Overall, the Alyce Spotted Bear and Walter Soboleff Commission on Native Children Act aims to prioritize the needs of Native American children and ensure that they have the opportunity to grow up in safe, healthy, and supportive environments.
Current Status of Bill S 246
Bill S 246 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 22, 2015. Bill S 246 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the Senate on January 22, 2015. Bill S 246's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 114-244. as of October 14, 2016
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 246
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 246
Primary Policy Focus
Native AmericansComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 246
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