Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies Act of 2026

Hozzl · 2026-03-04T09:06:35Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7325 Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies Act of 2026 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Native Americans. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/4/2026, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7325

This bill, designated as H.R. 7325 in the 119th Congress and introduced on February 3, 2026, aims to create the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the United States. The bill likely focuses on investigating and addressing the historical impacts of Indian Boarding Schools within the country and potentially includes provisions for truth-seeking, reconciliation, and healing in relation to this issue.

Congressional Summary of HR 7325

Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies Act of 2026

This bill establishes the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the United States within the legislative branch and sets forth its powers, duties, and membership.

Among other duties, the commission must investigate the impacts and ongoing effects of the Indian Boarding School Policies (federal policies under which American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian children were forcibly removed from their family homes and placed in boarding schools).

Further, the commission must develop recommendations on ways to (1) protect unmarked graves and accompanying land protections; (2) support repatriation and identify the tribal nations from which children were taken; and (3) discontinue the removal of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian children from their families and tribal communities by state social service departments, foster care agencies, and adoption agencies.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7325

Bill HR 7325 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 3, 2026. Bill HR 7325 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 3, 2026. Bill HR 7325's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of February 3, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7325

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7325

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Native Americans

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7325

To establish the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the United States, and for other purposes.

Comments

Colette Beach

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3 months ago

I think this bill is a good idea. It will help bring healing and truth to the Indian boarding school policies. I support it.

Raquel Sinclair

866

3 months ago

I think this bill is an important step towards acknowledging and addressing the dark history of Indian boarding schools in the United States. It is crucial that we shine a light on the injustices that were committed against Native American children in these institutions. By establishing this commission, we can begin the process of truth and healing for those who were affected by these policies. While there may be some challenges in implementing this bill, I believe that the long-term benefits of seeking truth and reconciliation outweigh any potential obstacles. In the short term, this bill may bring up difficult emotions and conversations, but ultimately, it is necessary for us to confront our past in order to move forward as a nation.

Heaven Dawson

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3 months ago

I am so glad to see that the United States HR Bill 7325 Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies Act of 2026 has been introduced. This bill is a crucial step towards acknowledging and addressing the dark history of Indian boarding schools in our country. It is important that we shine a light on this painful chapter in our history and work towards healing and reconciliation. As someone who values truth and justice, I fully support this bill and hope to see it pass. It is time to confront the past and move towards a more just and inclusive future for all.