Mishewal Wappo Tribe back in court in federal recognition suit

Friday, July 26, 2013  

The Mishewal Wappo Tribe of California was back in court on Thursday in an effort to regain federal recognition.

The tribe lost its federal status in 1961 under a termination law passed by Congress. The lawsuit contends that the Bureau of Indian Affairs didn't follow the right process.

Judge Edward Davila heard arguments from the tribe and the federal government at a hearing yesterday. The parties were unable to reach a settlement that could have resulted in restoration of the tribe's status.

Get the Story:
Judge hears arguments on Wappo recognition (The Napa Valley Register 7/26)

Hearing scheduled in Mishewal Wappo Tribe's recognition case (07/08)
9th Circuit to hear appeal in Mishewal Wappo recognition case (6/3)