Daniel Akaka

The security of nuclear and radiological materials has been a priority during my tenure in the U.S. Senate.

The consequences of a nuclear or radiological terrorist attack would be catastrophic.

I think that expresses our commitment moving forward and continuing, and we would like to work with you and Members of this Committee.

Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. I want to tell this panel that your testimonies were well received here, and thank you so much for what you all are doing.

However, it is vital that we do, and for the well-being of the tribal economies to help tribes provide for the basic needs of their members.

Thank you very much, all of you, for your responses, and I want to thank our Chairman for his leadership in this area as he continues to work on this.

It is estimated that 90,000 Native families are homeless or underhoused and that 200,000 new housing units are currently needed.

I like what you all are saying and that you are working jointly to help the indigenous people here with MOUs.

Insufficient housing makes it harder for tribes to attract teachers to educate their children and law enforcement officers to protect their citizens.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for your leadership in holding this important hearing.

We have seen some economic growth, but it has not yet hit home in many ways.

I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, March 15, 2012, at 2:15 p.m. in room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct a hearing entitled ``Indian Water Rights: Promoting the…

My question to you is: Can you talk about any steps you are taking to improve the acquisition process at VA and any efficiencies that you have been able to realize in this area?

I know that you are working on an MOU with the Indian Health Service to find solutions to help provide services to our Native American veterans, and I commend you and all of your involvement in these efforts.

While budget increases provide opportunities, we all know that these resources must be utilized with thought and efficiency in order to best serve our veterans and their families.

I am encouraged to see that the total budget request for VA was $13 billion above last year.

I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, Thursday, March 8, 2012, at 2:15 p.m. in room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct an oversight hearing on the President fiscal year 2013…

Successful energy development requires low-cost capital, excellent partners and clear land use policies that honors the trust status and original intent of our Hawaiian Homes Commission Act.

We must ensure that Indian tribes have the tools they need to develop their own energy resources.

Thank you so much for the leadership you have for the Air Force and their families.

I agree 100 percent with your UNCLOS position for our country. It's about time that we become serious about that.

Secretary Panetta, in 2011, the United States and North Korea agreed to restart efforts to search for and repatriate the remains of U.S. soldiers missing from the Korean War.

On December 22, 2010, President Obama signed the law which repealed the Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy.

Gaming has been the single most effective form of economic development for Indian Country.

Tribal gaming revenue provides for the education, housing, infrastructure and health needs of our Tribal members.