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Lumbee Tribe hopes for recognition
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2002

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is seeking to gain full federal recognition through legislation.

The tribe was hindered over the years by Sen. Jesse Helms (R-N.C.). But now that he is departing, officials will ask Rep. Mike McIntyre (D-N.C.) to introduce a bill to recognize the tribe.

Incoming Sen. Elizabeth Dole (R) supports full recognition, a spokesperson said.

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