Daniel Inouye: “I absolutely believe that our leaders are dedicated to doing this.”

The intent of that language, it was clarified by one of the sponsors of that language, Senator Daniel K. Inouye

I strongly urge that the Committee take action to assure that laws relating to Native American languages not only include Native Hawaiians in their wording, but also include Native Hawaiians as actual beneficiaries.

The NALEMP annual appropriation was first drafted in 1993 by Senator Ted Stevens and Senator Daniel Inouye.

My approach is to advocate the diplomatic approach, which is symbolized by this wampum belt.