Lawmaker drops bill for Gabrielino Tribe

Tuesday, February 5, 2008  

A California state lawmaker has withdrawn her support for a bill that would create a reservation for the Gabrielino-Tongva Tribe.

Sen. Jenny Oropeza, a Democrat, introduced the bill just last week. But after learning that tribal leaders hoped to use the reservation in the future for a casino, she withdrew her name.

The tribe is recognized by the state and has petitioned for federal recognition. Rival factions claim control of the tribe.

Get the Story:
Oropeza drops Gabrielino bill after casino letter surfaces (The Capitol Weekly 2/4)

Get the Bill:
An act to add Division 6.5 (commencing with Section 8575) to the Public Resources Code, relating to the Gabrielino-Tongva Tribe. (SB 1134)

Relevant Links:
Gabrieleno/Tongva of San Gabriel - http://www.tongva.com
Gabrielino Tribe - http://www.gabrielinotribe.org
Gabrielino/Tongva Tribe of the Los Angeles Basin - http://tongvatribe.net

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