Ned Norris Jr.: “The Nation is profoundly disappointed that Congress continues to entertain the cynically-named Keep the Promise Act.”

A statutory consultation requirement would help put an end to the frequent disregard for our concerns, our expertise, and our right to self-determination.

If enacted, it would commit a profound injustice against the Tohono O'odham Nation and set a terrible precedent for Indian Country.

We urge Congress to withdraw or at least better limit DHS's authority to unilaterally give itself waivers to circumvent every statute on the books.

I find it very hard to believe that the effort will help protect sacred sites when, in fact, to the contrary, that has not been what was going on now.