Native American Church (Peyote tradition)
Federally recognised Native American Church (incorporated 1918) practising sacramental peyote use. American Indian Religious Freedom Act (1978, amended 1994) protects peyote use.
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BITE breakdown
0 — federally recognised Native American Church practising sacramental peyote; mainstream voluntary religious tradition.
Profile facts
In context
The Native American Church combines Indigenous Plains traditions with sacramental peyote use. American Indian Religious Freedom Act amendments (1994) protect peyote use for tribally enrolled members. Mainstream voluntary tradition.
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Timeline
- 1918Native American Church incorporated in Oklahoma
- 1994AIRFA amendments protect peyote use
Sources
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