Byron Dorgan
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Byron Dorgan is a former United States Senator from North Dakota, serving from 1992 to 2011 as a member of the Democratic Party. He was born on May 14, 1942. During his tenure in the Senate, Dorgan was known for his advocacy on issues such as agriculture, energy, and Native American rights. He played a significant role in promoting policies aimed at supporting rural communities and addressing the needs of tribal nations. Dorgan also served as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, where he focused on improving the lives of Native Americans and addressing their concerns in federal policy.
Feb 4, 2009
I hope at the end of that journey, we all will have felt we have done something that advances Indian health care in this Country.
Feb 4, 2009
I am dedicated, I know my Vice Chairman is as well, to turn once again to Indian health care.
Feb 4, 2009
This is a moral issue, an ethical issue, and a legal treaty obligation of this country.
Feb 4, 2009
I am enormously pleased that he will now fulfill the role that Senator Murkowski filled in the last Congress.
Feb 4, 2009
The NIHB urgently requests that Congress finish work on an IHCIA bill within the next 90 days.
Feb 4, 2009
I don't think there is a population in this Country that is as affected with unemployment, poverty, lack of health care, good housing and education challenges than this population.
Feb 4, 2009
If we are saying to people that money is only available for life and limb, we are consigning a whole lot of folks to a lifetime of pain and suffering.
Feb 4, 2009
I urge the Committee to consider adding important provisions back into the bill.
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