On the recordJuly 20, 2011
We need to be consulted within a meaningful way that assures that our concerns and recommendations are given credit, consideration, and not shoved aside as having low priority.
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congress.govWe need to be consulted within a meaningful way that assures that our concerns and recommendations are given credit, consideration, and not shoved aside as having low priority.
Akaka emphasizes the importance of meaningful consultation with tribes regarding their concerns.
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