Resolve, c. 45 First Special Session – 1997 LD 1269 Resolve, to Foster the Self-governing Powers of

Resolve, c. 45 First Special Session – 1997 LD 1269 Resolve, to Foster the Self-governing Powers ofResolve, c. 45 First Special Session – 1997 LD 1269 Resolve, to Foster the Self-governing Powers of

Summary

Resolves 1997, Chapter 45 (LD 1269) tasked the MITSC to undertake a systematic review of the civil laws of the State of Maine over a period of four years. The purpose of the review is to determine the manner and extent to which these laws, as enforced, constrict or impinge upon the best interests of children with respect to the: - Traditional culture and way of life as practiced in tribal communities; - Ability of the Tribes to regulate their members, lands, schools, and other cultural institutions and communities in a manner that honors tribal traditions; and - Respect and dignity appropriately given to all individual citizens in the State and members of the Tribes.

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