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Indian Community Economic Enhancement Act of 2018
4/7/2025, 3:42 PM
Summary of Bill S 1116
The Indian Community Economic Enhancement Act of 2018, also known as Bill 115 s 1116, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting economic development in Native American communities. The bill seeks to improve the economic conditions of Indian tribes and tribal organizations by providing them with resources and support to enhance their economic opportunities.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to assist Indian tribes in developing and implementing economic development plans. These grants would be used to support a wide range of economic activities, including business development, job training, and infrastructure improvements. The bill also includes provisions to promote entrepreneurship and small business development in Indian communities, as well as measures to increase access to capital for tribal businesses.
In addition, the Indian Community Economic Enhancement Act of 2018 aims to strengthen the capacity of Indian tribes to participate in the global economy. The bill includes provisions to support trade and investment opportunities for tribal businesses, as well as measures to promote economic partnerships between Indian tribes and other entities. Overall, the Indian Community Economic Enhancement Act of 2018 is designed to empower Native American communities to build stronger, more sustainable economies. By providing resources and support for economic development, the bill aims to improve the quality of life for Native Americans and promote economic growth in Indian Country.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to assist Indian tribes in developing and implementing economic development plans. These grants would be used to support a wide range of economic activities, including business development, job training, and infrastructure improvements. The bill also includes provisions to promote entrepreneurship and small business development in Indian communities, as well as measures to increase access to capital for tribal businesses.
In addition, the Indian Community Economic Enhancement Act of 2018 aims to strengthen the capacity of Indian tribes to participate in the global economy. The bill includes provisions to support trade and investment opportunities for tribal businesses, as well as measures to promote economic partnerships between Indian tribes and other entities. Overall, the Indian Community Economic Enhancement Act of 2018 is designed to empower Native American communities to build stronger, more sustainable economies. By providing resources and support for economic development, the bill aims to improve the quality of life for Native Americans and promote economic growth in Indian Country.
Current Status of Bill S 1116
Bill S 1116 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2017. Bill S 1116 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the Senate on May 11, 2017. Bill S 1116's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held. as of July 24, 2018
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1116
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1116
Primary Policy Focus
Native AmericansComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1116
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