Byron Dorgan: “I'm pleased to see, in this budget request, a clear commitment in increasing NNSA's ability to assess the safety…”

Senator Dorgan once said it takes four agencies and 49 steps. I think with the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation, we say it is seven agencies and 100 steps.

I just want to say that I am concerned about the court's decision in Carcieri and the impact it may have on those tribes that were recognized after 1934.

Although histories, cultures, and languages may be diverse, one theme was always consistent--the challenges of accessing healthcare and life-saving services.

I have no interest in injuring business aviation, general aviation, or small airports.