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Tribal IDs as Proof of Citizenship

The use of tribal IDs as proof of citizenship or tribal membership for various federal purposes, including airport screening and employment eligibility.

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What IDs are legally acceptable to prove U.S. citizenship or Tribal membership to federal agents, and what recourse exists if an agent refuses them?

Federal agencies accept a variety of documents as proof of U.S. citizenship or tribal membership, including federally issued tribal photo IDs (including Enhanced Tribal Cards), certain state and feder...