May 11, 2021
Oklahoma Congressman To Introduce Legislation On Tribal Jurisdiction Compacts
An Oklahoma congressman will introduce a bill Tuesday that would allow two Oklahoma tribes to reach an agreement for the state to prosecute certain crimes, even if they happen on tribal land.
The purpose of the bill is to fill some gaps from the Supreme Court's ruling on tribal jurisdiction in hopes of protecting more people in Oklahoma.
"It gives more tools to the tribe while keeping the tribe in control of the future," said Cherokee Nation Attorney General Sara Hill.
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