Mr. President, I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, July 14, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct an oversight hearing entitled ``Native Women: Protecting, Shielding, and Safeguarding Our Sisters, Mothers, and Daughters.'' Those wishing additional information may contact the Indian Affairs Committee. ____________________
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