Tribal Council
/ˈtraɪbəl ˈkaʊnsəl/
Definitions
- (n.) A governing body of a Native American tribe responsible for legislative, executive, and judicial functions within the tribe's jurisdiction.
The tribal council passed new regulations to protect the tribe's natural resources.
Forms
- tribal council
- tribal councils
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Commentary
In legal contexts, the tribal council serves as the central authority, combining multiple branches of governance often separate in non-tribal governments.
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