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Council backs state recognition bill for Seconk Wampanoag tribe
Summary
The Providence City Council on June 5 passed a resolution urging the Rhode Island General Assembly to grant limited-purpose state recognition to the Seconk Wampanoag people, citing cultural and historical ties to the region.
The Providence City Council on June 5 adopted a resolution urging the Rhode Island General Assembly to pass legislation (H5733, cited in the council text) granting limited-purpose state recognition to the Seconk Wampanoag people.
Councilors read into the record a description of the tribe's history, noted prior recognition measures and said state recognition would help the tribe access federal education, job training, housing benefits and protections for cultural resources. The resolution specifically encouraged passage of H5733 and asked the council clerk to transmit copies to the bill’s lead sponsor and legislative leadership.
Councilwoman Peterson rose to voice strong support and recalled learning East Bay history that highlighted the Wampanoag's contributions. The council adopted the resolution by voice vote after pro forma motion to pass the items.
Ending: The council's action is a formal municipal endorsement of pending state legislation to grant limited-purpose recognition and will be forwarded to state legislative leaders and the Providence delegation.
