The PROTECT Act of 2024 amends federal law to give Tribal courts and law enforcement greater authority to combat drug trafficking and related crimes on Native American reservations. The bill allows Tribal courts to issue search warrants for electronic communications using the same procedures as state courts, enabling them to access digital evidence in criminal investigations. It also expands Tribal jurisdiction to prosecute drug trafficking offenses and firearms crimes, giving tribal governments more tools to address these issues within their territories. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that the Bureau of Prisons can house offenders convicted under these expanded tribal criminal authorities. The changes apply to all federally recognized Indian tribes and are designed to help address the opioid epidemic affecting reservation communities.
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