Government

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 The Cherokee Tribe of Northeast Alabama operates under a constitution that  outlines the rights and responsibilities of CTNEAL citizens; Our Constitution was revised and ratified on  June 6, 2006; amendments to the Constitution are made at an Annual Meeting where all active citizens are entitled to participate.  Our Government at present is composed of 2 branches which are needed to run the day-to-day operation of the tribe and reports to the Council. 

                                                                          Executive Branch

Officers are elected to four-year terms; there is no term limit.  These individuals meet as a group at least monthly in Teams to run the day-to-day operation of the tribe.  The secretary and treasurer may appoint assistants to help in carrying out their responsibilities.

See our administration page for the names and contact information of the Executive Branch Officers for the 2024-2028 term.

                                                                          Legislative Branch

Our Tribal Council, composed of one representative for each district and chaired by our Second Vice Chief, is authorized to make and adopt ordinances as deemed expedient or necessary for the proper management, care and protection of CTNEAL and it's finances and for maintenance of the health, safety, peace, good government and welfare of the Cherokee Tribe of Northeast Alabama; the Representatives are elected for four year terms. Deputy Representatives may be appointed by the Principal Chief to assist with carrying out the responsibilities of a District Representative. 

See our administration page for the names and contact information of the District Representatives for the 2024-2028 term.