H7997

Recognizes the Seaconke Wampanoag tribe as a Native American Indian tribe for the limited purpose of assisting this tribe in establishing eligibility for federal benefits and privileges.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7997 recognizes the Seaconke Wampanoag tribe as a Native American Indian tribe to help them qualify for federal benefits and.

Rhode Island H7997 officially recognizes the Seaconke Wampanoag tribe as a Native American Indian tribe. This recognition is limited to assisting the tribe in establishing eligibility for federal education, job training, housing benefits, and federal protection for the sale of artwork. It also covers eligibility for public and private grants, protection of traditional religious practices, preservation of burial sites and artifacts, and the sale of handicrafts as "Indian made." This recognition does not affect the tribe's case for federal recognition, nor does it confer rights to conduct.

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Where it stands

Current
State Government & Elections Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DD
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 7

12:00 AM

House State Government & Elections Hearing

History

Apr 7

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 3

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/07/2026)

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections