Press Release: National Defense Authorization Bill Passes U.S. House, Lumbee Fairness Act Moves Closer to Passage
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National Defense Authorization Bill Passes U.S. House, Lumbee Fairness Act Moves Closer to Passage
Pembroke, NC (December 10, 2025) – Today, the United States House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by a vote of 312 to 112. The Lumbee Fairness Act was included in this legislation. Lumbee Tribal Chairman Lowery watched the proceedings alongside members of the Lumbee Administration team. “First, I want to thank God for his blessings on our people,” said Lowery. “I would also like to thank Speaker Johnson and House leadership, along with Congressman Rouzer, and Congressman Harris and the rest of bipartisan North Carolina House Delegation that supported our bill. I want to thank President Trump and his White House Team for ensuring that our bill stayed a priority during the NDAA negotiations. We now look forward to the next step, which is passage in the United States Senate.” Chairman Lowery said he will continue to work with Senator Thom Tillis and Senator Ted Budd to get this bill across the finish line.
Lumbee Tribal Council Speaker Alex Baker said it is a historic day. “I want to thank the North Carolina Congressional delegation for their strong support,” said Baker. “Thank you to Tribal Chairman Lowery for his tireless efforts toward this historic moment. I also ask for our Tribal Citizens continued prayers as the legislation moves to the Senate and ultimately to the President.”
The U.S. Senate is scheduled to take up the NDAA next week. We will keep our Lumbee Tribal Citizens informed. Chairman Lowery asked our Lumbee People to continue praying for the administration, our lawmakers and the successful passage of this critically important legislation.
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