Byron Dorgan: “So, then the question is--then the question is, not just a new rule, although a new rule is probably reasonable, but…”

I spent much of my time as Chairman of this committee focused on increasing funding for the IHS and trying to force some systemic changes in the bureaucracy that plagues that agency.

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.

The efficiencies that would be driven from a non-profit corporation...would provide funding as well for excellent and stable and professional management.

This is a heavy lift. This is something that needs to be done.