Daniel Akaka

I think the results would be catastrophic.

To answer your question, no, it is not adequate.

I think it is critical that the Federal Government support an appropriate level of inspection to keep invasive species out of Hawaii.

I share your view that prevention is the most effective management strategy for invasive species.

Thank you for inviting me to testify at this important hearing on protecting Alaska Native (AN) youth.

Tribal access to and control over water resources is instrumental in supporting Tribal self-determination and self-governance.

I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, October 13, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in Room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct a hearing entitled ``Carcieri Crisis: The Ripple Effect on…

I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, October 13, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct a business meeting on S. 1262, the Native Culture, Language…

I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, October 13, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct a hearing entitled ``Carcieri Crisis: The Ripple Effect on…

I want to express my strong support for the Federal recognition of Native Hawaiians.

Your grace and commitment to high principles is without peer.

I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, October 6, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct a hearing entitled ``Internet Infrastructure in Native…

I would applaud Congress' efforts to increase employee participation.

As you know, these are challenging economic times.

Nationwide Indian reservations suffer from a violent crime rate of more than two-and-a-half times the national average.

Today, our Native communities face severe and disproportionate threats to their public safety.

Women in our communities are especially vulnerable to violence.

However, the one thing that is not in doubt is the fact that our soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines continue to serve with honor and distinction.

I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, September 22, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct a hearing entitled ``Tribal Law and Order Act One Year…

I look forward to working with you on these issues.

Our oversight is intended to help ODNI focus on finding an appropriate balance of contractors and Federal workers across the IC.

I want to thank you very much for taking the time to testify today and thank you for your service to our country as well.

Would you elaborate on the line of concerns and corrective actions that should be implemented?

What will ODNI do to make sure it has a robust acquisition workforce, including adequately trained and empowered employees?

Mr. Haugland, the Inspector General's report finds that ODNI is not managing its acquisition personnel.