16 U.S.C. 410qq–3: “Native American Samoan” definedText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
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§410qq–3. “Native American Samoan” defined
For purposes of this subchapter the term “native American Samoan” means a person who is a citizen or national of the United States and who is a lineal descendant of an inhabitant of the Samoan Islands on April 18, 1900. For purposes of this subchapter, Swains Island shall be considered part of the Samoan Islands.
( Pub. L. 100–571, § 4 , Oct. 31, 1988 , 102 Stat. 2882 .)
