Apr 6, 2011
For over 45 years, we have committed ourselves to the policy of self-determination and self-sufficiency for native communities.
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.
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Apr 6, 2011
We appreciate your dedication to fighting the good fight for all of Indian Country.
Apr 6, 2011
We have deliberately turned from the paternal policies of the past to ones that emphasize respect for native decision-making.
Apr 5, 2011
Mr President, today I rise in support of my resolution designating April 2011 as Tsunami Awareness Month. The recent events in Japan serve as a reminder of the importance of tsunami preparedness and mitigation. As we recently saw, tsunamis…
Apr 4, 2011
Mr. President, today I rise to honor America's public servants, who provide so many essential services that Americans rely on every day. I am pleased to once again introduce a resolution recognizing these employees during Public Service…
Apr 4, 2011
Mr. President, I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, April 7, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in Room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct a hearing on S. 675, a bill to express the policy…
Mar 31, 2011
Mr. President, I rise today speak as an original cosponsor of an amendment to the Long Term Leasing Act of 1955. I am pleased to be an original cosponsor on this legislation which was introduced by my colleague on the Senate Indian Affairs…
Mar 31, 2011
Less than 10 percent of residents of Native Nations have access to the lifeblood of our 21st century economy.
Mar 30, 2011
I ask unanimous consent that the period for morning business be extended until 2 p.m., with the time equally divided between the two leaders or their designees, with Senators permitted to speak for up to 10 minutes each. The ACTING…
Mar 30, 2011
Mr. President, today I rise to introduce legislation of great importance to my state, the Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act of 2011. This bill would ensure parity in federal policy as it relates to the Native Hawaiian people…
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