This title does not establish a new program or programs. This title memorializes and confirms the procedures used by the Tribe in the administration of general welfare assistance programs and services and shall not be construed as the creation of new general welfare assistance rights that previously did not exist.

The assistance authorized by this title is intended to qualify for favorable tax treatment to the fullest extent permitted by law and shall be construed accordingly.

This title shall be liberally construed to fulfill the purposes of this title, which are remedial in nature.