I look forward to working with members of this Committee and other members of Congress to identify climate adaptation strategies that incorporate traditional ecological knowledge and respect tribal sovereignty and self-determination.
Fawn Sharp emphasizes collaboration with Congress on climate adaptation strategies respecting tribal sovereignty.
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