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“I thank the gentleman for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to support H.R. 4329, the NAHASDA reauthorization act of 2014. Over the last 2 years, I have had the privilege of working with a bipartisan group of my colleagues on this crucial legislation. I would like to first start by thanking and commending Mr. Pearce for his leadership in sponsoring this bill. This bill wouldn't have been possible without the efforts of Mr. Cole, Ms. Moore, Mr. Denny Heck, Ms. Hanabusa, Mr. Kildee, and all the others. I also would like to thank Chairman Hensarling for his dedication in moving this bill through the committee and for his statesmanship in resolving the difficult issues. I would be remiss without thanking Alex on my staff, who has done great work on this legislation for the good of the First Americans. Finally, it is important to acknowledge the many tribes and organizations that contributed to this legislation. These include the National American Indian Housing Council, which has developed a foundation for the legislation, and the Cook Inlet Housing Authority, which has been a tireless advocate in my State. As my colleagues note, NAHASDA continues to be a successful and well- liked program throughout Indian Country. NAHASDA exemplifies the spirit of self-determination by allowing Native communities to create their own innovative housing assistance programs in ways that best serve their members.…”