Native American Seeds Act of 2025
This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to collaborate with Indian Tribes within one year of enactment to identify culturally significant "Native American seeds" and support tribal seed banks, traditional agriculture systems, and seed protection efforts. It requires the Secretary to safeguard any culturally sensitive or confidential information shared by Tribes under this Act, prohibiting its disclosure. The bill does not authorize new funding, relying instead on existing appropriations for implementation. It directly affects Indian Tribes by empowering them to manage and protect their traditional seed resources under federal guidance.
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Dec 2025
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Introduced Dec 4, 2025
Last action Dec 4, 2025
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Dec 4, 2025
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
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Dec 4, 2025
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1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
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