To amend the Siletz Reservation Act to address the hunting, fishing, trapping, and animal gathering rights of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
Passed HouseMs. Hoyle of Oregon (for herself, Mr. Blumenauer, Ms. Bonamici, …
Passed House (inferred from eh version)
Summary
What This Bill Does
Amends the Siletz Reservation Act to affirm the 1980 Siletz Agreement on tribal hunting, fishing, trapping, and gathering rights while allowing for future government-to-government modifications between the tribe and Oregon.
Who Benefits and How
Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians gain legal clarity on their treaty rights. The tribe can negotiate successor agreements with Oregon. Traditional hunting, fishing, and gathering practices are protected.
Who Bears the Burden and How
State of Oregon may need to negotiate future agreements. No new burdens on the tribe or federal government.
Key Provisions
- Siletz Agreement remains in effect until replaced by successor agreement
- Allows amendments by mutual consent
- Preserves 1980 consent decree protections
- Government-to-government negotiation framework established
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Clarifies Siletz tribal hunting, fishing, and gathering rights
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Codify tribal rights while allowing flexibility for future negotiations"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
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Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
Agreement entered April 22, 1980 defining tribal hunting, fishing, trapping, and gathering rights
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