What does Preamble of HR 7325 do?

This bill introduces H.R. 7325, a bill to establish the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 3, 2026. It was referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce and the Committee on Natural Resources.

What does Definitions. of HR 7325 do?

This section establishes definitions for the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the United States.

What does Duties of the Commission. of HR 7325 do?

This section establishes duties for the Survivors Truth and Healing Subcommittee.

What does Survivors Truth and Healing Subcommittee. of HR 7325 do?

This section establishes the Survivors Truth and Healing Subcommittee It includes the Native American Truth and Healing Advisory Committee The section is titled SEC. 121

What does Native American Truth and Healing Advisory Committee. of HR 7325 do?

This section establishes a Native American Truth and Healing Advisory Committee. The committee is part of a broader 'Federal and Religious Truth and Healing Advisory Committee'.

What does PURPOSES. of HR 7325 do?

This Act aims to establish a Truth and Healing Commission The Commission will investigate Indian Boarding School histories and policies It will report on the effects of those schools and policies on Native Americans The Commission will develop Federal effort recommendations based on findings It aims to promote healing for survivors, descendants, and communities

What does DEFINITIONS. of HR 7325 do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. The term 'Commission' refers to the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the United States. An 'Indian Boarding School' is defined as an institution meeting specific criteria, including providing housing, offering training, receiving federal support, and operating before 1969, or as identified in a Department of the Interior report. “Indian Boarding School Policies” encompass federal laws, policies, and practices aimed at assimilating Native Americans, which involved various forms of abuse and cultural termination. The definition of 'Native American' includes both 'Indian' and 'Native Hawaiian'. Several advisory committees are defined, including the Federal and Religious Truth and Healing Advisory Committee, the Native American Truth and Healing Advisory Committee, and the Survivors Truth and Healing Subcommittee. The term 'trauma-informed care' is defined as holistic healthcare practices promoting safety, trust, and recovery.

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Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies Act of 2026 — HR. 7325

Q: What does SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. of HR 7325 do?

This Act has a short title The short title is the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies Act of 2026 A table of contents is provided for the Act

Q: What does Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School of HR 7325 do?

This section is about the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School The commission has duties outlined in Subtitle B The section is part of policies in the United States

Q: What does TRUTH AND HEALING COMMISSION ON INDIAN BOARDING SCHOOL of HR 7325 do?

Establishes the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the United States The Commission has 5 members appointed by various leaders of the Senate and House of Representatives Members must have significant experience in matters relating to Indian Tribes and Native Americans The Commission will hold meetings and convenings to gather information and testimony The Commission has the power to request information and documents from Federal agencies and Tribal organizations The Commission will terminate 6 years after the date of the enactment of this Act The Commission has a budget of $90,000,000 to carry out its duties

Last updated: 2/3/2026 · Introduced: 2/3/2026

Author: Tom Cole (R-OK)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies to investigate the history and effects of Indian Boarding Schools on Native American communities.
The Commission will conduct a comprehensive investigation, review existing research, and collaborate with advisory committees to assess the social, cultural, economic, emotional, and physical impacts of these policies.
The Commission is tasked with locating and identifying burial sites associated with Indian Boarding Schools and coordinating efforts for repatriation and reburial of related cultural items.
The bill establishes several advisory committees, including a Survivors Truth and Healing Subcommittee and a Native American Truth and Healing Advisory Committee, to support the Commission’s work.
The bill clarifies that the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act applies to cultural items related to Indian Boarding Schools and prohibits the creation of a private right of action related to the Act.

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