Jim Webb: “Certainly it is the view of the United States that that kind of upstream/downstream communication needs to be enhanced…”

we are about to wrap up the Defense bill. This is the sixth Defense bill I have had the privilege of working on as a member of the Armed Services Committee. It is also the final Defense bill I will be working on as a Member of the U.S…

I am committed to trying to make this policy work, at the same time to reduce the frictions that are causing it problems.

For these reasons, I strongly believe that recognition for these six Virginia tribes is justified based on principles of dignity and fairness.

However, the administrative process which is the specific topic of your hearing today, is subject to unreasonable delays, lacks clear guidance and is expensive.