Lisa Murkowski (R-AK)
A resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act.
A Republican resolution with 8 Democratic cosponsors · See all 13 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2447-2448)
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
This Senate resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA). The resolution recognizes the history of Federal Indian policy, moving away from past paternalism toward Tribal sovereignty. It highlights how the Act allows Indian Tribes to administer various Federal programs and services for their own communities. The text notes that a vast majority of federally recognized Indian Tribes utilize these authorities to manage essential services. Finally, the resolution reaffirms the government's trust relationship with Native people and calls for continued cooperation.
Yes· 3 of 20
- Scored +10
Would Native Americans be better off under this?
The entire resolution is dedicated to celebrating and affirming the sovereignty and self-determination of Native people and their tribes.
- Scored +7
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?
The resolution focuses on honoring Tribal sovereignty and moving away from past paternalistic and oppressive oversight.
- Scored +7
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The resolution emphasizes the ability of Tribes to manage their own health care services more effectively.
The opposite
- Scored -5
Does this give the federal government more power?
The resolution focuses on reducing federal control in favor of Tribal sovereignty.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Community Services: The Act allows Tribes to administer services such as health care, education, public safety, and natural resource development, which promotes local decision making and improves service delivery (Whereas, paragraph 2).
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Enhanced Quality of Life: By reclaiming their role as decision makers, Indian Tribes can improve the quality of life for their communities (Whereas, paragraph 4, clause B).
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Culturally-Appropriate Solutions: The Act enables the delivery of services through solutions that are tailored to local needs and are culturally appropriate (Whereas, paragraph 4, clause C).
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Economic and Community Development: The implementation of these authorities has resulted in increased innovation, job creation, and long-term planning within Tribal communities (Whereas, paragraph 6, clause 7).
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Increased Efficiency and Reach: The resolution states that Tribally-managed programs have improved the efficiency, effectiveness, and reach of essential services like elder and child care (Whereas, paragraph 6, clause 6).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are mentioned in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The entire resolution is dedicated to celebrating and affirming the sovereignty and self-determination of Native people and their tribes. Would children be better off under this? — The resolution mentions improved delivery of child care services. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution notes the importance of social services and food distribution programs. Would retired people be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the importance of elder care services managed by Tribes. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The resolution supports the capacity of Tribal communities to manage their own services and resources. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The resolution mentions improved delivery of elder care services. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the positive impact of Tribal-led educational programs.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution focuses on honoring Tribal sovereignty and moving away from past paternalistic and oppressive oversight. Does this make housing cost less? — The text recognizes that Indian Tribes use self-determination authorities to provide housing services. Does this make child care cost less? — The resolution notes that Tribal management has improved the reach of essential services like child care. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The resolution highlights how self-governance promotes stability and prosperity for Tribal communities.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The resolution notes Tribal authority over natural resource management. Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests? — The resolution notes the role of Tribes in natural resource management. Does this repair or build roads and bridges? — The resolution mentions Tribal authority over transportation and infrastructure services. Does this invest in rural communities? — The text discusses how self-governance supports community development and resource management.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The text notes that the Act promotes economic self-reliance and community development for Indian Tribes. Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution highlights that Tribal self-determination has increased job creation within Tribal communities.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make it easier to use public money at a school other than the local one? — The Act empowers Tribes to manage their own educational programs and facilities. Does this put more money into public schools? — The resolution highlights the impact of Tribally controlled schools and education services.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution emphasizes the ability of Tribes to manage their own health care services more effectively.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The resolution focuses on reducing federal control in favor of Tribal sovereignty.
- 4/5/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2447-2448)
- 13 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Catherine Cortez MastoDemocrat · Nevada
John CurtisRepublican · Utah
Tammy DuckworthDemocrat · Illinois
Martin HeinrichDemocrat · New Mexico
John HoevenRepublican · North Dakota
Amy KlobucharDemocrat · Minnesota
Ben LujánDemocrat · New Mexico
Markwayne MullinRepublican · Oklahoma
Alex PadillaDemocrat · California
Mike RoundsRepublican · South Dakota
Brian SchatzDemocrat · Hawaii
Dan SullivanRepublican · Alaska
Tina SmithDemocrat · Minnesota