Federal Recognition

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US 11 hours ago

Lumbee Tribe Nears Federal Recognition Through Defense Bill

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is on the verge of achieving federal recognition after the Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act, ending decades of pursuit.

US 14 hours ago

Lumbee Tribe's Long Journey to Federal Recognition

The Lumbee Tribe's 137-year struggle for federal recognition culminated in 2026 legislation, overcoming historical obstacles and political challenges to become the 575th recognized Native American tribe.