10/02/2013
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"I have been among those calling for reforms in the recognition process. But contrary to what the Assistant Secretary will testify, I called for reforming the procedures, not for relaxing and eliminati..."
"the proposed rule to Part 83 does not uphold high standards. It guts them. The proposal is fundamentally flawed."
"the Part 83 procedures--quote--'are not based on standards or guidelines established by Congress, whose power to regulate Indian affairs under Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution has been charact..."
"I appreciate listening to the testimony that was here."