Title 25, IndiansRelease 119-102
§2106 Assistance to Tribes or Individuals During Minerals Agreement Negotiations
Title 25 › CHAPTER 23 — DEVELOPMENT OF TRIBAL MINERAL RESOURCES › § 2106
Summary
The Secretary must make sure that if a tribe or an individual Indian asks, and the Secretary has the resources, they can get advice, help, and information while negotiating a Minerals Agreement. The Secretary can provide that help with federal staff or by giving money so the tribe or individual can hire outside help.
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Title 25, §2106
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In carrying out the obligations of the United States, the Secretary shall ensure that upon the request of an Indian tribe or individual Indian and to the extent of his available resources, such tribe or individual Indian shall have available advice, assistance, and information during the negotiation of a Minerals Agreement. The Secretary may fulfill this responsibility either directly through the use of Federal officials and resources or indirectly by providing financial assistance to the Indian tribe or individual Indian to secure independent assistance.
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Citation
25 U.S.C. § 2106
Title 25, Indians
Last Updated
Aug 21, 2026
Release point: 119-102