House Kuat, alternatively known as the Kuat family, held the most influential position among the Ten families originating from Kuat, and they also directed the operations of Kuat Drive Yards. Furthermore, they were recognized as one of the original Core Founders.
The Kuat family possessed the exclusive right to transfer leadership of Kuat Drive Yards across generations, a privilege bestowed upon them through the Inheritance Exemption. Moreover, they had the authority to select Kuat's Senator for representation in the Galactic Senate. In the waning years of the Galactic Republic, Onara Kuat served as the family's leader, and at some point during Emperor Palpatine's rule, Kuat of Kuat's father took over her responsibilities.