25 CFR 900.23 - Can the Secretary decline a proposal where the Secretary's objection can be overcome through the contract?

Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 11, 2026

Title 25 - Indians last revised: Dec 01, 2025

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§ 900.23 - Can the Secretary decline a proposal where the Secretary's objection can be overcome through the contract?

No. The Secretary may not decline to enter into a contract with an Indian tribe or tribal organization based on any objection that will be overcome through the contract.

authority: 25 U.S.C. 450f

source: 61 FR 32501, June 24, 1996, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 25 CFR 900.23