Aroostook Band of Micmacs v. Ryan 484 F.3d 41 (1st Cir. 2007)

Aroostook Band of Micmacs v. Ryan 484 F.3d 41 (1st Cir. 2007)Aroostook Band of Micmacs v. Ryan 484 F.3d 41 (1st Cir. 2007)

Summary

Former employees of the Micmacs filed complaints with the Maine Human Rights Commission alleging violations of their rights under state law. In response, the Micmacs contended that they possess inherent sovereign rights to control their internal tribal matters. According to the Tribe, employment decisions are a function of tribal government not subject to state regulation. The First Circuit concurred with the State’s argument that MICSA 25 USCS §1725(a) applies to the Micmacs.

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