Burns Paiute Tribe β Oregon
- Located in eastern Oregon near the town of Burns.
- Comprised of the Wadatika band of Paiutes.
- Operate the Burns Paiute Tribal Museum to preserve and share their culture.
- Engage in economic development through ventures such as a casino and tourism.
- Provide social services, healthcare, and education programs for tribal members.
- Actively participate in environmental conservation efforts to protect tribal lands.
List of Native American Tribes Recognized by the Federal Government
List of Native American Tribes: Federal recognition means that tribes have a special legal bond with the U.S. government, giving them access to federal help when needed. There are almost 574 officially recognized tribes in the United States, as listed by the Department of the Interiorβs Bureau of Indian Affairs.
Some members of these tribes, like Tom Cole from the Chickasaw Nation, have been elected to represent their states in the U.S. Congress. Tom Cole has been serving as a representative for Oklahoma since 2002.
Check the list of native American Tribes Recognized by the Federal Government in detail.