S 2796 114th Congress Senate Native Americans Federal-Indian relations

RESPECT Act

Introduced: April 13, 2016 Introduced by: Rounds, Mike Republican · South Dakota See on congress.gov

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Sep 14, 2016

Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.

Jun 29, 2016

Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 114-401.

Apr 13, 2016

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2026-2027)

Apr 13, 2016

Introduced in Senate

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Repealing Existing Substandard Provisions Encouraging Conciliation with Tribes Act or the RESPECT Act

This bill repeals outdated provisions regarding treatment of Native Americans, including provisions on hostile tribes, alcohol, work requirements, penalties for truancy, and placement of youth in reform school without the consent of a parent or guardian.

What's happening now September 14, 2016

Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.

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