SOUTHERN SIERRA MIWUK NATION

Michəksəsəə - "WELCOME"

Southern Sierra Miwuk Nation (Petitioner #82) is seeking self-determination, self-governance, and acknowledgment through the federal recognition process. This designation will allow our tribe to assert our tribal sovereignty rights. Federal recognition allows access to further health benefits, scholarships for higher education, funding opportunities to support our wellbeing and cultural continuance.

How and When to Submit Comments

Comments on the Proposed Finding (PF) or requests for a copy of the report on the PF should be submitted to:

Department of the Interior

Office of the Assistant Secretary–Indian Affairs

Attn: Office of Federal Acknowledgment

1849 C Street NW, MS–4071 MIB

Washington, DC 20240

Reference Petitioner #82: Southern Sierra Miwuk Nation, CA.

Parties who submit comments on the PF should also provide a copy via mail or email to our council

Southern Sierra Miwuk Nation

Attn: Sandra Chapman, Chairperson

P.O. Box 186

Mariposa, CA 95338

ssmiwuknation@gmail.com

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

R. Lee Fleming, Director, Office of Federal Acknowledgment (OFA), (202) 513-7650

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