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Oneida Nation New York updates

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The Oneida Nation may see its police officers lose their deputization status from Madison and Oneida counties, two counties involved in the land claims dispute. The rescindment would not allow tribal officers to investigate state crimes.

The Oneida Nation also continues to dredge its Oneida Lake Marina under some controversy. County officials met with members of Congress on April 13th to discuss dredging. The tribe also added 579 acres to its land holdings.

Update: This afternoon, the two counties revoked the status of the Oneida police. The county sheriffs deny their decision was linked to the land claims dispute, instead citing complaints by local residents. The officials did not name any specific incidents. Allegations of harassment by the Oneida police have proven unfounded so far. The deputization agreement began in 1994 as an experiment. The police force will continue to enforce tribal law and can detain suspects.

Get the Story:
Counties cancel police pact with Oneida Indians (AP 4/17)
Decision expected on Oneidas' police (The Post-Standard 4/17)

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