25 CFR 900.23
§ 900.23 Can the Secretary decline a proposal where the Secretary's objection can be overcome through the contract?
United States · 25 CFR — Indians · Status: effective
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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.
Legislative history
This is a federal regulation, adopted through agency rulemaking under the Administrative Procedure Act — not enacted by a recorded vote of Congress.