Indian Treaty Rights

Interpretation of the 1855 Yakama Treaty's right to transport goods without state fuel tax.

1. Washington State Department of Licensing v. Cougar Den, Inc.

2. Jurisdiction: United States (March 19, 2019)
3. DefendantsCougar Den, Inc.PlaintiffsWashington State Department of LicensingJudgesStephen BreyerJohn RobertsInstitutionsUnited States Supreme CourtWashington State Department of LicensingYakama Nation
4. Case Tags: U.S. Supreme Court;Indian Treaty Rights;State Fuel Tax Dispute;Tribal Sovereignty