On the recordFebruary 5, 2020
Funding allocations to programs must consider the commitments the United States government made when they entered into treaties with Indian nation.
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Jonathan Nez
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congress.govFunding allocations to programs must consider the commitments the United States government made when they entered into treaties with Indian nation.
Emphasizing the importance of honoring treaties with Indian nations for funding allocations.
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