Supreme Court rulings on treaty rights

Supreme Court rulings on treaty rights clarify the rights Indigenous tribes retain based on treaties made with the government. These decisions often affirm that tribes have certain protections, like fishing, hunting, and land rights, that the government must respect. The Court considers the language of treaties and their historical context to determine the scope of these rights, balancing tribal sovereignty with federal and state interests. Overall, these rulings help ensure that treaty promises are honored and that Indigenous communities maintain important cultural and economic practices.