Gov. Kathy Hochul vetoed a bill Dec. 22 that would have granted New York State recognition to the Montaukett Indian Nation — but tribal leaders say they will keep fighting for their members.
Although the governor’s veto message was vague, at issue in the bill, which has been vetoed seven times — four by Hochul and three by her predecessor, Gov. Andrew Cuomo — is whether the Montauketts will make a land claim, according to the tribe.
