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US HR4839

US HR4839
Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act of 2021


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Introduced
07/29/2021
In Committee
07/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To clarify the rights of Indians and Indian tribes on Indian lands under the National Labor Relations Act.

AI Summary

This bill aims to clarify the rights of Native American tribes and their enterprises on tribal lands under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). Specifically, it amends the NLRA to exclude Indian tribes, their enterprises, and institutions located on Indian lands from the definition of "employer," which means they would not be subject to the Act's provisions. The bill also provides definitions for key terms such as "Indian tribe," "Indian," and "Indian lands," ensuring a clear understanding of the scope of the legislation. The overall purpose of this bill is to recognize and preserve the sovereignty of Native American tribes in managing labor relations on their own lands.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. (on 07/29/2021)

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