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What is tribal governance?
Tribal governments usually consist of one main body. These governing bodies are usually responsible for a group that is uniquely tied by culture, geography and language. Depending on the state, these governments are considered unique, sovereign nations. Though most abide by US democratic principles, this is not required.
Do Tribal Governments who receive federal funding have to adhere to fair labor standards?
Indian Tribes are sovereign nations unto themselves, and do not necessarily have to subscribe to, or obey, Federal Law if they choose not to.
Definition of tribal government?
There can be two correct answers to this question, as to the form of the government: Traditional Tribal and non-forced Traditional Tribal have the same meaning. The oldest and wisest of the tribe suggested a course of action, and the group of the tribe (males) talked about, and agreed on that course of action. Forced Tribal governments are a type of government forced upon Native American tribes as part of the Federal Recognition process. These governments mirror the Federal model. As a general definition a 'tribal government' oversees the tribe and its members.
If you are American Indian and purchase land is it sovereign?
No. Only reservation land is considered as such. Tribal land is held in trust and can only be leased it cannot be sold.
The earliest governments were an outgrowth of?
Tribal Life.
What act of congress again encouraged the formation and power of tribal governments in the great depression?
The Indian Reorganization Act encouraged the formation of Tribal Governments.
Has the Apache tribe of Oklahoma legalized same-sex marriage?
No, but such sovereign tribal nations are not subject to state or federal laws or constitutional provisions prohibiting same-sex marriage. The tribal elders may grant permission to same-sex couples to marry on tribal lands. Such marriages are legal on tribal lands and in other jurisdictions where same-sex marriage has been legalized.
Has the Cayuga Nation of New York legalized same-sex marriage?
No, but such sovereign tribal nations are not subject to state or federal laws or constitutional provisions prohibiting same-sex marriage. The tribal elders may grant permission to same-sex couples to marry on tribal lands. Such marriages are legal on tribal lands and in other jurisdictions where same-sex marriage has been legalized.
Has the Comanche Nation of Oklahoma legalized same-sex marriage?
No, but such sovereign tribal nations are not subject to state or federal laws or constitutional provisions prohibiting same-sex marriage. The tribal elders may grant permission to same-sex couples to marry on tribal lands. Such marriages are legal on tribal lands and in other jurisdictions where same-sex marriage has been legalized.
Has the Delaware Nation of Oklahoma legalized same-sex marriage?
No, but such sovereign tribal nations are not subject to state or federal laws or constitutional provisions prohibiting same-sex marriage. The tribal elders may grant permission to same-sex couples to marry on tribal lands. Such marriages are legal on tribal lands and in other jurisdictions where same-sex marriage has been legalized.
Has the Hopi Tribe of Arizona legalized same-sex marriage?
No, but such sovereign tribal nations are not subject to state or federal laws or constitutional provisions prohibiting same-sex marriage. The tribal elders may grant permission to same-sex couples to marry on tribal lands. Such marriages are legal on tribal lands and in other jurisdictions where same-sex marriage has been legalized.
Has the Mohegan Indian Tribe of Connecticut legalized same-sex marriage?
No, but such sovereign tribal nations are not subject to state or federal laws or constitutional provisions prohibiting same-sex marriage. The tribal elders may grant permission to same-sex couples to marry on tribal lands. Such marriages are legal on tribal lands and in other jurisdictions where same-sex marriage has been legalized.
