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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.
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce the Civilian Service Recognition Act of 2011. This bill ensures that the next of kin of Federal civilian employees killed in the line of duty are presented a United States flag honoring the service…
It is important that such a growth industry is well regulated for Tribal Governments, patrons and the beneficiaries of the gaming revenues.
When the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act was passed by Congress in 1988, Indian gaming was a $100 million industry.
The Tribes, as the primary beneficiaries of Indian gaming, have the greatest interest in making sure their operations are well run.
Today, it is a $26 billion industry and there are 236 Tribes operating 422 gaming facilities in 28 States.
Mr. President, I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, July 28, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct a business meeting to consider: S. 546, a bill to…
Mr. President, I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, July 28, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in Room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct a hearing entitled ``Enforcing the Indian Gaming…
Thank you. Ms. Griffin, I appreciate this Administration's focus on improving Federal employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
Mr. Watson, your testimony indicates that NALC members who are on FECA generally want to return to work if they can.
Yes. Thank you. Mr. Steinberg, as you know, under S. 261, FECA recipients who are not eligible for FERS or CSRS could remain on FECA at retirement age.
If Congress considers reducing the FECA benefits at retirement age, it is essential to ensure that the conversion is fair and does not leave disabled elderly employees worse off financially than they would have been if they had not been…
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