Michael Arcuri: “I think it is clear, a close reading of the Constitution gives Congress under Article I, section 8 exclusive legislation…”

When the economic downturn started during the last Administration, the President proposed a tax cut. Many of us, myself included, felt that the money might have been better spent in terms of putting it into infrastructure development.

I respectfully submit that this discussion should be one that assesses whether the current process is still striking the correct balance in order to facilitate tribal self-determination, economic development and Indian housing.

Too much is at stake for us to simply pass our responsibility by opting for a mere extension of the current law.

It truly pains me to see tribes like the Oneida Nation and Cayuga in New York State and our local governments unable to resolve land and tax issues which have remained unresolved for over 30 years.