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James Lankford: “Oklahoma is home to 39 Tribal Nations, and many of them live and work alongside the men and women who serve at our…”

On the recordAugust 7, 2026
Oklahoma is home to 39 Tribal Nations, and many of them live and work alongside the men and women who serve at our military installations. When a Tribe is doing work that benefits a military base or post, whether that is roads, utilities, or emergency response, the Tribe should have the same opportunity to apply for federal infrastructure grants as any other local government. This bill is a simple, common-sense fix that recognizes the role Tribes already play in our military readiness.
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James Lankford
Republican · Oklahoma

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Discussing legislation for Tribal Nations and military installations.

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