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To repeal the Act entitled "An Act to confer jurisdiction on the State of Iowa over offenses committed by or against Indians on the Sac and Fox Indian Reservation".

4/7/2025, 3:42 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1074

Bill 115 hr 1074 aims to repeal the Act entitled "An Act to confer jurisdiction on the State of Iowa over offenses committed by or against Indians on the Sac and Fox Indian Reservation." This Act, which was originally passed in 1948, granted the State of Iowa jurisdiction over offenses committed by or against Indians on the Sac and Fox Indian Reservation.

The bill seeks to undo this jurisdictional arrangement and return control over these offenses to the federal government. The Sac and Fox Indian Reservation is located in Iowa and is home to members of the Sac and Fox tribes. By repealing the Act, the federal government would once again have sole jurisdiction over crimes committed on the reservation.

Supporters of the bill argue that this change would help to ensure that justice is served for all individuals living on the reservation, regardless of their race or ethnicity. They believe that federal oversight is necessary to protect the rights of Native Americans and to prevent any potential conflicts that may arise from state jurisdiction. Opponents of the bill may argue that the State of Iowa is better equipped to handle criminal matters on the reservation and that federal intervention is unnecessary. They may also raise concerns about the potential impact of repealing the Act on the relationship between the state and tribal governments. Overall, the passage of Bill 115 hr 1074 would represent a significant shift in jurisdictional authority over the Sac and Fox Indian Reservation, with potential implications for both the tribal community and the state of Iowa.

Current Status of Bill HR 1074

Bill HR 1074 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 15, 2017. Bill HR 1074 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on February 15, 2017.  Bill HR 1074's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 115-301. as of December 11, 2018

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1074

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1074

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

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