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On the recordDecember 16, 2025
S. 612 is a bipartisan bill that amends the Native American Tourism and Improving Visitor Experience Act, which authorizes grants to Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations and Native Hawaiian organizations to support recreational travel and tourism activities. This bill just makes it easier and less bureaucratic for both the administration and the recipients of this grant program. I am glad it is passing today as the 15th bill from the Indian Affairs Committee to pass out of the Senate this year. I am proud of the work we have done on the committee, on a bipartisan basis, with Chair Murkowski and others. There is a lot more work to do to support Native communities across the country in the new year.
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Brian Schatz
Democratic · Hawaii

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Discussing the bipartisan bill S. 612 to support Native American tourism and improve grant processes.

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