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In the News Now: Native American Heritage Month

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Cherokee Nation will celebrate its 71st annual national holiday

The holiday commemorates the signing of the Cherokee Nation Constitution in 1839.
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Native American tribes in Oklahoma to keep tobacco deals after lawmakers override governor's veto

The House has voted to override the governor's veto of a bill to extend existing agreements with Native American tribes on the sale of tobacco for another year.
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Remember the Removal cyclists to reach Tahlequah

The Remember the Removal Bike Ride follows the Trail of Tears through over 950 miles and stopping at historic markers around the route.
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At graduations, Native American students seek acceptance of tribal regalia

This comes after Oklahoma Governor vetoed a bill that would have allowed students to wear said regalia to formal events and graduation ceremonies.
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May 5 recognized by Justice Department as Missing or Murdered Indigenous Person Awareness Day

In response to the missing or murdered indigenous persons crisis, the department is looking to raise awareness on the issue.
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Oklahoma Governor vetoes Native American regalia bill

Governor Kevin Stitt cited the Oklahoma Constitution in his reasoning for vetoing the bill.
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NFL acknowledges Native lands, tribal representation

Native American representation has been front and center of Super Bowl LVII.
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Law protects export of sacred Native American items from US

A new law increases the penalties for trafficking Native American remains and cultural objects.