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S.2796: RESPECT Act
About This Bill
- Introduced April 13, 2016
- Latest Major Action Sept. 14, 2016
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
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- Introduced in Senate - April 13, 2016
Bill Summary
Repealing Existing Substandard Provisions Encouraging Conciliation with Tribes Act or the RESPECT Act This bill repeals outdated provisions regarding treatment of Native Americans, including provisions on hostile tribes, alcohol, work requirements, penalties for truancy, and placement of youth in reform school without the consent of a parent or guardian.
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Sept. 14, 2016 |
Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.
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| June 29, 2016 |
Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 114-401.
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| April 13, 2016 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2026-2027)
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| April 13, 2016 |
Introduced in the Senate by Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) |