"H.R. 4524 will fix this issue by classifying tribal law enforcement officers as Federal law enforcement officers for the purpose of Federal benefits and pensions."
"Today, I am thrilled that we are discussing how to write a wrong that has lingered for over half a century."
"It is clear that a consensus has emerged, and it is time for Congress to join."
"The primary concern that came up over and over again was access."
"I appreciate the fact that our first Native Alaskan Congresswoman is moving this bill forward, a mere three decades later."
"This legislation would reverse this administration's sweeping September 6 announcements that restrict development on 13 million acres in NPR-A and reinstate resource development leases in the ANWR."
"H.R. 6285 addresses both land rights and usage on the North Slope, both of which are essential to the self-determination of the Indigenous communities."
"I would love to hear from each of you on how we can do a better job, as Alaskans, making sure that industry, Native people, and environmental folks can collaborate and work together."
"we are an 'inconvenient truth' because we are here, and we will not give up on our rights as Indigenous people."
"My community unapologetically supports the leasing program."
"This dereliction of duty and disregard for the rule of law cannot continue."