The Indian Nations of Virginia never took up arms against the United States which perhaps explains why there was never a treaty.

This is a difficult thing for this country to come to grips with.

I am also pleased to testify along with Dr. Helen Rountree, a renowned anthropologist specializing in the heritage of the Virginia Tribes.

we certainly agree with Congressman Moran, who testified before, that gaming is not going to be an option for the groups under consideration.

The six Virginia tribes are not seeking federal legislation so that they can build casinos.

That is what this legislation is all about.

In the name of decency, fairness, and humanity, the Virginia tribes deserve federal recognition.

That is how severe the law was.

When you realize the history, the travesty of justice that has occurred here, you feel almost a personal responsibility to rectify it.

I thank Senator Cornyn for requesting this hearing, and Senators Nelson and Graham for promptly scheduling this hearing aimed at finding ways to prevent suicide by members of the Armed Forces.

Do you believe that there is a problem with the material that is reprocessed as far as a national security concern is involved?

On this waste confidence issue, again, a repository can reasonably be expected to be available within 50 or 60 years beyond the license life for operation of any reactor.

I understand the NRC is currently considering applications that reference five different reactor designs...

You are not counting on it? Meaning, then what are you looking at for an alternative?

The point is, obviously, that we would rather have a one place where it can be stored.

So that would mean that a license could be issued in late 2010, 2011?

I have talked to many utility executives who say they aren't going to continue that operation.

Are you operating under the assumption that Yucca Mountain will become a reality?