Steven Daines actually said...

"Last week the Acting Director of IHS was out in Great Falls, Montana. Great Falls is home, in fact, to our newest federally recognized tribe in the Nation, and that is the Little Shell Tribe."

"I hope that other tribes are treated with the respect they deserve, as IHS continues to visit tribes throughout Indian Country."

"I appreciate your listening to their voice as you prioritize where these investments should be made."

"It is unacceptable, and the Little Shell have fought for recognition for far too long to simply be an afterthought for IHS."