Tribal Sovereignty Consultation Mandate Act
This bill requires all federal agencies to conduct meaningful consultation with affected tribal nations before any action that impacts tribal lands, resources, treaty rights, or sovereignty, with a 120-day consultation period and mandatory written responses to tribal concerns.
Discussion (8)
The reporting requirements seem excessive for smaller organizations. Add a tiered approach based on size.
I'd like to see an amendment adding transparency requirements — the public deserves to know how money is spent.
I propose adding a sunset clause so Congress must reauthorize after evaluating effectiveness.
Add 5-year sunset clause with evaluation
+ Proposed Text
New Section 12: "Act expires 5 years after enactment unless reauthorized. GAO evaluation report due at 4 years."
The funding mechanism seems solid. My only question is whether appropriation levels are sufficient.
We tried something similar at the state level and it worked. Federal action would level the playing field.
The funding mechanism seems solid. My only question is whether appropriation levels are sufficient.
I support the intent but worry about the implementation timeline. Can we add a phased rollout?
Good first draft. We need to hear from more stakeholders before finalizing.