The presidential memorandum addresses the issue of Federal recognition for the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Historically recognized by North Carolina and under an act signed by President Eisenhower, the Lumbee Tribe has been acknowledged but not granted Federal benefits. With over 55,000 members today, the Lumbee Tribe is one of the largest in the United States. The memorandum directs the Secretary of the Interior to create a plan within 90 days to help the Lumbee Tribe achieve full Federal recognition, allowing them to access Federal benefits, through legislative or other legal pathways.
Simple Explanation
The President wants to help the Lumbee Tribe from North Carolina become officially recognized by the government so they can receive special benefits. The plan to help them needs to be figured out in 90 days, but it doesn't say how much it will cost or where the money will come from.