2025-16220Notice

Indiana Tribe Seeks Federal Nod—Again—With Public Scrutiny

Published Date: 8/25/2025

Notice

Summary

The Miami Nation of Indians of Indiana wants to try again to be officially recognized as a Native American tribe by the federal government. The Department of the Interior is asking the public to share their thoughts and any proof about this request. This could affect the tribe’s access to federal benefits and programs if approved.

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Miami Nation Seeks Federal Recognition

The Miami Nation of Indians of the State of Indiana has submitted a request to re-petition for Federal acknowledgment as an American Indian Tribe. The Department of the Interior’s Office of Federal Acknowledgment is asking the public to send comments and any evidence about that request. If the tribe is approved, this could affect the tribe’s access to federal benefits and programs.

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8/25/2025

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