# State Government (GSG)

## Title 9.5. Governor's Office of Community Initiatives

### Subtitle 3. Commission on Indian Affairs

#### Section 9.5-310

Before formal recognition of Maryland Indian status, members of the petitioning group shall submit an affidavit renouncing all tribal rights of ownership of land in the State.

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Md. Code Ann., State Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)