Resolution recognizing Native American stewardship draws sharp objections from some members
House Joint Resolution 33, which would acknowledge Native American stewardship of Connecticut land and adopt gender-neutral/conceptual language about colonialism, prompted strong debate. Senator Sampson called the resolution political and warned it could lead to litigation, while proponents emphasized historical recognition and the possibility of post-committee revisions.
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House Joint Resolution 33, presented to the Government Administration and Elections Committee, would recognize that all land in Connecticut was once Native American territory and list the historical stewardship of land by various tribes.
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