Includes whereas clauses.

Enacts new GS 71A-7.3 officially recognizing the Indians who comprise the Tuscarora Indians of the Kahtenuaka Territories, whose ancestors signed treaties with North Carolina and were granted the Indian Woods Reservation on the Roanoke River in Bertie County, from and after July 1, 2025, as the Tuscarora Indians of Kahtenuaka Territories, and provides that they will continue to enjoy all their rights, privileges, and immunities as an American Indian Tribe with a recognized tribal governing body carrying out and exercising substantial governmental duties and powers similar to the State. Also makes them eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States because of their status. Requires the Tuscarora to maintain individual enrollment criteria.

Amends GS 143B-407 adding two members of the Tuscarora Indians of Kahtenuaka Territories to the State Commission of Indian Affairs. Amends GS 143B-135.5 adding one member of the Tuscarora Indians of Kahtenuaka Territories to the American Indian Heritage Commission and requires their initial term to be for two years.