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Bill for state jurisdiction retrocession in Washington passes


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The Washington Senate approved an amended version of a bill that affects criminal and civil jurisdiction in Indian Country.

Lawmakers voted 42-6 in favor of HB 2233, which sets up a process for the retrocession of the state's jurisdiction under Public Law 280.

The House passed HB 2233 on February 10. Gov. Chris Gregoire (D) supports the measure

Get the Story:
Senate passes bill for tribal retrocession process (AP 2/28)
State Indian tribes may regain autonomy if legislature acts (WNPA Olympia News Bureau 2/28)

Related Stories:
Bill in Washington allows retrocession of state jurisdiction (2/21)
Yakama Nation hosts meeting on Public Law 280 bill in state (09/12)

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