Fla. senate passes Miccosukee jurisdiction bill

THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2003

The Florida Senate on Wednesday voted 32-6 on a bill that rescinds state jurisdiction over Miccosukee tribal lands.

The bill goes to the House, where a different version is under consideration. The House bill reserves state jurisdiction over crimes committed by non-Indians.

State jurisdiction is a remnant of the termination era. Most states do not exercise authority over reservations.

Get the Story:
Legislature: Senate sends Miccosukee bill to House (The Naples Daily News 4/24)

Get the Bills:
SB 424 | HB 0269

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