Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians

The Santa Ynez Reservation is located in Santa Barbara County and was established on December 27, 1901 under authority of the act of January 12, 1891. The residents of the Santa Ynez Reservation are members of the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians. The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians is the only federally-recognized Chumash tribe in the nation

Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation 

The Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation is a federally recognized American Indian tribe located near Highland, Calif. They are the Yuhaaviatam Clan of the Maara’yam (Serrano) people, indigenous to the San Bernardino highlands, passes, valleys, and mountains, sharing a common language and culture. The San Manuel Reservation was established in 1891 and recognized as a sovereign nation with the right of self‑government.

Hollister Ranch Preserve

The Chumash people settled in the area of present day Hollister Ranch Reserve over 9,000 years ago and revered the land for the beautiful coastline and natural wonders. Over time, ownership of the land changed hands, and in 1970 Hollister Ranch was developed with a commitment to stewardship and sustainability to ensure preservation of the unique ecosystems. The Chumash culture and resources at Hollister Ranch have remained intact, and efforts are made to respect and protect their heritage. Today, the ranch remains a private land holding with cattle ranching as the primary agricultural activity, and sustainability and preservation are the core principles guiding its operations. 

Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians

The Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians, a federally recognized tribe, preserves and promotes its history, culture, and traditions. They aim to improve the quality of life for their members by fostering self-sufficiency, a strong work ethic, and exercising self-government and sovereign immunity. They also provide social, health, economic, and educational resources and services to support the well-being of the tribal community.

Partial List of Successfully Chaptered Bills

2016 – AB 466 – Gray
• Tribal gaming: compact ratification

2016 – SB 911 – Hertzberg
• American Indian Education Centers

2015 – AB 1540 – Gray
• Tribal gaming: compact ratification 

2015 – AB 163 – Williams
• Teaching credential: American Indian language

2014 - AJR 42 – Williams
• United Nations Declarations on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

2010 - AB 2089 – Coto
• American Indian Education Oversight Committee

2009 - AB 1325 – Cook
• Tribal customary adoption

2008 - AB 1871 – Coto
• Teacher Credentialing: English language development and bilingual-cross-cultural competence

2007 – SB 941 – Padilla
• Tribal Gaming: compact ratification

2007 – ACR 75 – Coto
• Chumash Highway