On the recordJune 30, 2009
It is clear to me that the Federal Government has responsibilities. It is clear to me the Federal Government is not meeting those responsibilities.
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congress.govIt is clear to me that the Federal Government has responsibilities. It is clear to me the Federal Government is not meeting those responsibilities.
Dorgan emphasizes the federal government's failure to fulfill its responsibilities regarding law enforcement on reservations.
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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.
Tribes ceded close to 200 million acres of land during the treaty-making and removal periods prior to 1881.
I know that everyone sitting at this table has a passionate desire to fix these problems.
What you and members of this Committee can do and will do by putting the spotlight on this spot will save lives.