H.Res. 1551 · 111th Congress

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should promote respect for and full application of the provisions of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples consistent with United States law.

Stage
In committee
Introduced
2010-07-22
Latest action
2010-07-22 · Introduced in House

Summary

Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the Administration should work with partners in indigenous communities domestically and around the world to provide security, equality, and opportunity for all; (2) the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples provides an important framework for addressing indigenous issues globally; (3) the Administration's decision to conduct a formal review of the Declaration and the U.S. position on it is welcomed; and (4) the United States should promote respect for and full application of the Declaration, consistent with U.S. law.