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Zinke Introduces Legislation to Extend Federal Recognition to the Little Shell Tribe

Statement

Date: Jan. 15, 2015
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Indigenous Peoples

Earlier this week, Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke introduced legislation to extend federal recognition to the Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Cree, who is headquartered in Great Falls and Hi-line area of Montana. The State of Montana recognized the Little Shell Tribe in 2000; however they have been seeking federal recognition for more than 35 years.

The following statement is from Rep. Ryan Zinke.

"The Little Shell Tribe has been waiting for far too long for the federal government to recognize what we in Montana already know, and that is the long and rich legacy of the Tribe. For the people of the Little Shell, federal recognition means more than just a government status -- it means sovereignty and greater opportunity. The entire Montana Congressional delegation is dedicated to this effort. I look forward to working with Senators Steve Daines (R) and Jon Tester (D) to advance this important legislation and finally deliver economic empowerment of federal recognition to the Little Shell Tribe."


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