Madam Speaker, H.R. 65 would extend Federal recognition status to the Lumbee tribe of North Carolina. Several studies undertaken by the Department of the Interior have consistently concluded that the Lumbees are a distinct self-governing Indian community historically located on the Lumbee River in North Carolina. This legislation is long overdue.
Supporting H.R. 65 to extend federal recognition to the Lumbee tribe during House floor debate.
Share
More from Eni Faleomavaega
I thank the gentleman for yielding, and certainly want to thank him for his most eloquent statements towards me. I feel a little embarrassed by it, but I do want to thank him. I do want to note, also, that it has been my honor to have…
I am here today as their voice in Congress to solicit your support in making sure our soldiers are provided the best equipment and training tools.
We think that the United States, that American companies will bring a tremendous amount of technology and support to be able to help that.
Until Delegates here have votes on the Floor, this problem is going to continue to remain because agencies do not have responsibilities to Delegates in the territories.
Other voices in this conversation
