HB368

Establishes definitions and policies for consultation with Virginia and federally recognized tribes.

This bill establishes definitions and policies for consultation with Virginia and federally recognized tribes. It defines terms such as "Virginia recognized tribe," "federally recognized tribe," "American Indian," "Asian American," and "Hispanic American." It mandates that the Department, with assistance from the Ombudsman for Tribal Consultation, develop policies and procedures to ensure meaningful and appropriate written consultation with federally recognized Tribal Nations in the Commonwealth tribes regarding certain major actions or permits issued by the Department.