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Strengthening the Office of Tribal Relations Act of 2023
12/7/2023, 5:06 PM
Summary of Bill S 2709
Bill 118 s 2709, also known as the Strengthening the Office of Tribal Relations Act of 2023, aims to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Office of Tribal Relations within the federal government. The bill seeks to improve communication and collaboration between the federal government and tribal nations by providing additional resources and support to the Office of Tribal Relations.
Specifically, the bill includes provisions to increase funding for the Office of Tribal Relations, expand its staff and resources, and enhance its ability to coordinate with tribal governments on a wide range of issues. Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a Tribal Advisory Council to provide input and guidance to the Office of Tribal Relations.
Overall, the Strengthening the Office of Tribal Relations Act of 2023 is designed to strengthen the relationship between the federal government and tribal nations, promote greater understanding and cooperation, and ensure that the unique needs and perspectives of tribal communities are taken into account in federal decision-making processes.
Specifically, the bill includes provisions to increase funding for the Office of Tribal Relations, expand its staff and resources, and enhance its ability to coordinate with tribal governments on a wide range of issues. Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a Tribal Advisory Council to provide input and guidance to the Office of Tribal Relations.
Overall, the Strengthening the Office of Tribal Relations Act of 2023 is designed to strengthen the relationship between the federal government and tribal nations, promote greater understanding and cooperation, and ensure that the unique needs and perspectives of tribal communities are taken into account in federal decision-making processes.
Congressional Summary of S 2709
Strengthening the Office of Tribal Relations Act of 2023
This bill establishes the position of Assistant Secretary of Agriculture for Tribal Relations within the Department of Agriculture (USDA). This position may be responsible for (1) overseeing USDA's Office of Tribal Relations; (2) planning, coordinating, and implementing USDA's policies and programs serving Indian tribes and tribal organizations; (3) coordinating tribal programs and activities in all of USDA's offices and agencies; and (4) participating in negotiated rulemakings associated with USDA's tribal programs.
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Current Status of Bill S 2709
Bill S 2709 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2023. Bill S 2709 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 27, 2023. Bill S 2709's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of July 27, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2709
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 2709
Primary Policy Focus
Native AmericansAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 2709
Strengthening the Office of Tribal Relations Act of 2023
Strengthening the Office of Tribal Relations Act of 2023
A bill to amend the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 to establish an Assistant Secretary of Agriculture for Tribal Relations, and for other purposes.
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