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Lumbee Fairness Act

Floor Speech

Date: Dec. 17, 2024
Location: Washington, DC

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Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 1101, the Lumbee Fairness Act, which rights a historic wrong and provides long overdue Federal recognition for the Lumbee Tribe.

My family goes back seven generations in Robeson County, which is the home of the Lumbee people, and I represent many Lumbees in Hoke and Cumberland Counties.

The Lumbees have deep cultural roots and traditions in our State and have made significant contributions since North Carolina fully recognized the Tribe in 1885.

Though Congress recognized the Lumbee Tribe in 1956, they were discriminated against like no other Tribe and tragically denied the same protections and resources enjoyed by every other Federal Tribe.

Since I came to Congress, I proudly championed Federal recognition. Yet, despite broad bipartisan support, Congress has failed to send this legislation to the President. This is unacceptable, and it is past time we right this wrong once and for all.

I thank my friend, Representative David Rouzer, for leading this must-pass legislation to give the Lumbee people the long overdue Federal recognition they rightfully deserve.

I also thank Chairman Westerman and his incredible hardworking staff. I urge my colleagues to join us in support of this legislation.

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