A BILL

To recognize the Niiji people as Indigenous Americans, provide for the reclassification of racial
identity in government records, and establish procedures for the correction of historical
misclassification.
Preamble

WHEREAS, the Niiji people, Indigenous to Turtle Island (North America), have been systematically
misclassified through government policies as Black, African American, or Negro, erasing their true
heritage and Indigenous identity; and

WHEREAS, this misclassification has deprived the Niiji people of recognition, rights, and protections
afforded to other Indigenous groups in the United States; and

WHEREAS, the United States government has a responsibility to rectify this historical injustice by
recognizing the Niiji people's identity and providing them with the legal mechanisms to correct their
racial classification in official records;

NOW, THEREFORE, be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United
States of America in Congress assembled, that:

SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE
This Act may be cited as the "Niiji Indigenous Identity Recognition and Reclassification Act."

SECTION 2. DEFINITIONS
For the purposes of this Act:
(a) "Niiji" refers to individuals who can demonstrate ancestral lineage to the Indigenous peoples of
Turtle Island, now recognized as North America, including but not limited to their descendants.
(b) "Indigenous American" refers to the original inhabitants of the lands now constituting the United
States and their descendants.
(c) "Reclassification" refers to the legal process by which individuals may change their racial or
ethnic designation on governmental records to reflect their true Indigenous identity.
(d) "Government Records" includes but is not limited to birth certificates, social security records,
driver's licenses, census data, passports, and educational or medical documents.

SECTION 3. NIJI RECOGNITION AND RECLASSIFICATION
(a) Recognition of the Niiji People
The Niiji people shall be officially recognized as Indigenous Americans for all legal, governmental,
and social purposes.
(b) Right to Reclassification
Any individual of Niiji descent may petition for the reclassification of their racial or ethnic designation
on all relevant government records from "Black," "African American," or "Negro" to "Indigenous
American - Niiji."
(c) Supporting Documentation
Petitioners must provide supporting documentation, including genealogical evidence, historical
records, or expert testimony, to establish their descent from the Niiji people.
(d) Process and Timeline
Government agencies must establish a process for reviewing and approving petitions for
reclassification within 90 days of receipt. Decisions must be communicated to the petitioner within
180 days of the petition's filing.

SECTION 4. AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES
(a) Establishment of Procedures
The U.S. Census Bureau, Social Security Administration, Department of State, and other relevant
federal and state agencies shall develop procedures for the reclassification of Niiji descendants as
Indigenous Americans in their records.
(b) Access to Genealogical and Historical Resources
Agencies shall provide public access to genealogical and historical resources to assist individuals in
proving their Niiji heritage. This may include access to archival records, public records, or expert
services at no cost to the petitioner.
(c) Training and Awareness Programs
Agencies must establish training and public awareness programs to ensure that their employees
and the general public are informed about the rights and procedures established under this Act.

SECTION 5. EDUCATIONAL REFORMS
(a) Curriculum Changes
The Department of Education, in collaboration with state educational authorities, shall implement
curriculum changes to accurately reflect the history of the Niiji people as Indigenous Americans and
address the historical misclassification of Niiji descendants.
(b) Public Education Campaign
A public education campaign shall be launched to inform citizens about the true history and identity
of the Niiji people, including their contributions as Indigenous Americans.

SECTION 6. ENFORCEMENT
(a) Oversight
The Department of Justice (DOJ) shall oversee the implementation and enforcement of this Act. It
shall have the authority to investigate and address complaints related to the denial of reclassification
or failure to comply with this Act by any government agency.
(b) Penalties for Noncompliance
Any government agency or official that fails to comply with the provisions of this Act shall be subject
to civil penalties, including fines up to $10,000 per violation, and any individual or agency found
guilty of intentionally denying a petitioner's right to reclassification without cause may face additional
legal consequences.

SECTION 7. FUNDING
(a) Appropriation of Funds
Congress shall appropriate such funds as necessary to implement the provisions of this Act,
including the costs of reclassification, public education campaigns, and the provision of genealogical
and historical resources.
(b) State Matching Funds
States that implement and comply with this Act shall be eligible to receive matching federal funds to
support the reclassification process and educational reforms.

SECTION 8. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Act shall take effect 90 days after the date of enactment.

SECTION 9. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this Act is found to be unconstitutional or otherwise invalid, the remaining
provisions shall not be affected and shall remain in full force and effect.