Mr. President, I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet during the session of the Senate on July 19, 2012, in room SD-628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building, at 2:15 p.m., to conduct a hearing entitled…
Daniel Akaka
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Daniel Akaka was a prominent Democratic politician from Hawaii who served as a United States Senator from 1990 to 2012. Born on September 11, 1924, Akaka was the first Native Hawaiian to serve in the U.S. Senate. Throughout his tenure, he was known for his advocacy on issues such as education, veterans' affairs, and Native Hawaiian rights. He played a significant role in promoting the Community Reinvestment Act and was a strong supporter of expanding access to financial services for underserved communities.
Let me add my welcome to Chairman Bernanke to the Committee and to thank you so much for your tireless leadership in these challenging times.
I am truly appreciative for the manner in which Senator Akaka has been a champion for not only Native Hawaiians but also for the critical issues confronting non-federally recognized American Indian Tribes.
We must ensure the survival of the many Native nations who have called these lands home long before Columbus first set sail.
The people of the United States have long acknowledged that our Nation has a special relationship with and responsibility to our indigenous peoples.
The United States has recognized that the trust responsibility to Native nations means supporting and advancing their ability to be self-determining and self-sufficient.
We must ensure that the federal recognition process is fair and transparent.
Mr. President, I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet during the session of the Senate on July 12, 2012, in room SD-628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building, at 2:15 p.m., to conduct a hearing entitled…
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce legislation to reauthorize the National Dam Safety Program managed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, FEMA. I thank Senators Boozman, Whitehouse, and Crapo for joining me in sponsoring this…
Mr. President, I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet during the session of the Senate on June 28, 2012, in room SD-628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building, at 2:15 p.m., to conduct a business meeting to…





