The Chinook Indian Tribe calls for restoration of federal recognition

The Chinook Indian Nation has spent decades petitioning the U.S. government for federal recognition, which Chinook leadership says is an essential first step for the nation to begin healing from centuries of genocidal policies. Moreover, without federal recognition, the Chinookan people remain unable to access a range of resources, services, and protections that could make a critical difference in their lives and the overall welfare of the nation.