The United States Senate has approved a bipartisan resolution recognizing November 2025 as National Native American Heritage Month. The measure was led by Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i), Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, and Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Chairman of the committee. The resolution aims to honor the cultures, histories, and contributions of Native Americans to the nation.
The resolution highlights the significance of preserving Indigenous traditions, strengthening government-to-government relationships with Tribal Nations, and reaffirming federal trust and treaty responsibilities.
“In November we celebrate Native American Heritage Month to recognize American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian peoples and their diverse cultures, achievements, and contributions to the United States,” said Vice Chairman Schatz. “I’m honored to help lead this year’s Senate resolution with Chairman Murkowski and remain committed to upholding the federal trust responsibility and strengthening self-determination for Native communities across the country.”
“During National Native American Heritage Month, we honor the first peoples of this land. From the Haudenosaunee’s example of checks and balances inspiring the Constitution, to the Native American Code Talkers, to agriculture, science, and art, Native peoples have contributed much to the United States,” said Chairman Murkowski. “I’m proud to lead this resolution alongside my friend and colleague, Vice Chairman Schatz, and so many of my Senate colleagues. Together, we underscore that honoring Native heritage means more than recognition — it means action, partnership, and building on the contributions of Native communities.”
A group of senators from both parties cosponsored the resolution.
