Joe Garcia: “I wish to thank the Chairman. I know that he and many on the other side are trying to find a solution for this problem…”

I believe it would be a grave mistake to allow millions of people to come out of the shadows and obtain lawful immigration status, only to leave them in a second-class status for the rest of their lives.

I have long sought to provide equity and investment for our Nation's Native communities and rural infrastructure needs.

I strongly urge that these individuals have the opportunity to enlist and serve if they qualify.

In return, the Federal Government promised, through signed treaties, statutes, and Executive orders, to extend its protection to Tribal Governments and to our citizens.