Tribal Lands

Tribal lands refer to territories that are recognized as belonging to Native American tribes. These lands can be legally defined as reservations or trust lands, where tribes have the authority to govern themselves and manage their resources. Tribal lands have unique legal status, which means they are often governed by tribal laws rather than state laws. This autonomy allows tribes to preserve their culture, practices, and economic development. Tribal lands can also include lands that were historically significant to the tribes, even if they are no longer held in trust by the federal government.