HR 5540 · 98th Congress · Native Americans
Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Restoration Act
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EnactedLatest: Became Public Law No: 98-481.(1984-10-17)
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Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Restoration Act - Extends Federal recognition to the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians in Oregon. Declares tribal members to be eligible for all Federal services and benefits furnished to federally recognized tribes without regard to the existence of a reservation for such Tribe or the residence of tribal members on such a reservation. Makes provisions of a specified Act relating to Federal supervision of property of western Oregon Indians inapplicable to the Tribe and restores all rights and privileges diminished by such Act. Precludes the restoration of hunting, fishing, or trapping rights. Declares the tribal membership roll to be open. Prescribes procedures to determine eligibility for enrollment. Grants the franchise to tribal members who are 18 years old. Establishes an Interim Council to govern the Tribe until a constitution and by-laws have been adopted by a majority vote. Directs such Council to draft and distribute a proposed constitution and by-laws. Provides for the election of tribal officials after the adoption of a constitution and by-laws. Directs the Secretary of the Interior to accept specified lands in t…
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