I stand in solidarity with our colleagues from Hawaii in supporting H.R. 2314 and am a close sponsor.
Madeleine Bordallo
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Madeleine Bordallo is a Democratic politician who served as the Delegate to the United States House of Representatives from Guam from 2003 to 2019. During her tenure, she focused on issues such as military affairs, education, and health care, advocating for the interests of Guam and its residents. Bordallo was the first woman to represent Guam in Congress, and she played a significant role in promoting the island's economic development and environmental protection initiatives. She was known for her commitment to improving the quality of life for the people of Guam and worked to secure federal funding for various local projects.
As a Member of Congress representing a non-self governing territory that is home to an indigenous people, the Chamorros of Guam, I come to this discussion with an added appreciation for and sensitivity to the inherent rights of indigenous…
This bill has my support, and I hope we can move it to the Floor quickly after this hearing today.
I feel because of that we should now try to address the consequences of what had happened.
It is important that Congress recognize, protect, and respect these indigenous practices.
Congress recognized this injustice through the passage of the Apology Resolution in 1993.
I, therefore, strongly support the efforts to bring just and due Federal recognition for the Native Hawaiians.
It is important that Congress recognize, protect and respect these indigenous practices.
We must ensure that the rights of Native Hawaiians are recognized and respected.
I represent the Territory of Guam in the Pacific. We have a lot of bats in the Pacific area.
We must quickly ascertain the causes of and vectors for the spread of White-Nose Syndrome to avoid what could be an ecological and economic disaster, if it remains unchecked.





