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Subcommittee backs bill to update Virginia code to reflect federal tribal recognition
Summary
The General Laws Housing Consumer Protection Subcommittee voted unanimously to report House Bill 2134, a commission-backed measure that creates a new ‘state and tribal relations’ code section and consistent definitions for federally recognized tribes, Virginia recognized tribes and American Indians.
The General Laws Housing Consumer Protection Subcommittee on Monday voted unanimously to report House Bill 2134, legislation that adds a new section to the Virginia Code to reflect the federal recognition of seven Virginia-based tribes and to establish consistent definitions for tribal status and terminology.
The bill, carried in the House by Delegate Delia Krizak, would create a new “state and tribal relations” code section and three defined terms: federally recognized tribes, Virginia recognized tribes, and American Indians. The measure also includes a statement affirming tribal sovereignty; supporters said the statement acknowledges the government-to-government relationship without changing…
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