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Pueblo de Cochiti Self-Governance Act

4/7/2025, 3:41 PM

Summary of Bill S 2643

Bill 114 s 2643, also known as the Pueblo de Cochiti Self-Governance Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to grant the Pueblo de Cochiti tribe in New Mexico greater control over their own affairs and resources. The bill seeks to enhance the tribe's ability to govern themselves and make decisions that are in the best interest of their community.

Specifically, the Pueblo de Cochiti Self-Governance Act would allow the tribe to take on more responsibility for managing their own programs and services, such as healthcare, education, and social services. This would give the tribe more autonomy and flexibility in how they allocate resources and address the needs of their members.

Additionally, the bill would provide the Pueblo de Cochiti tribe with greater control over their natural resources, including land and water rights. This would enable the tribe to better protect and preserve their cultural and environmental heritage, as well as promote economic development within their community. Overall, the Pueblo de Cochiti Self-Governance Act represents an important step towards empowering Native American tribes to govern themselves and shape their own futures. By granting the Pueblo de Cochiti tribe greater self-determination and control over their resources, this legislation has the potential to improve the overall well-being and prosperity of the tribe and its members.

Current Status of Bill S 2643

Bill S 2643 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 7, 2016. Bill S 2643 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the Senate on March 7, 2016.  Bill S 2643's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 685. as of November 17, 2016

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2643

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2643

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

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