Mont. bill formalizes state-tribal relationship

TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2003

The Montana Legislature passed a bill to formalize the state-tribal relationship.

The bill sets out procedures for consultation with tribes and with the Montana-Wyoming Tribal Leaders Council. It is meant as a follow-up to proclamations issued by state governors.

Rep. Jonathan Windy Boy (D), a member of the Chippewa-Cree Tribe, sponsored the bill.

There are seven federally recognized tribes in Montana. The Little Shell Chippewa Tribe is in the final stages of recognition.

Get the Story:
Bill addresses relationship of tribes, state (The Havre Daily News 4/28)

Relevant Links:
Montana-Wyoming Tribal Leaders Council - http://tlc.wtp.net