Lumbee Fairness Act Passes in House with Bipartisan Support
December 17, 2024
December 17, 2024
WASHINGTON, Dec. 17 -- Rep. David Rouzer, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
Today, the United States House of Representatives passed H.R. 1101, the Lumbee Fairness Act, legislation introduced by Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07). The bill, which passed by a vote of 311 to 96, gives the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina full federal recognition and associated federal protections.
"The Lumbee people are an integral part of our Southeastern North Caroli . . .
Today, the United States House of Representatives passed H.R. 1101, the Lumbee Fairness Act, legislation introduced by Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07). The bill, which passed by a vote of 311 to 96, gives the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina full federal recognition and associated federal protections.
"The Lumbee people are an integral part of our Southeastern North Caroli . . .