On the recordSeptember 25, 2008
I became a strong proponent that this sort of recognition should be given and should be given by the Congress.
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congress.govI became a strong proponent that this sort of recognition should be given and should be given by the Congress.
Jim Webb advocates for federal recognition of Virginia tribes.
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I respectfully ask the Committee to work with me to bring this legislation to the Senate floor.
The disagreements over sovereignty and the potential for conflict have only increased.
For these reasons, I strongly believe that recognition for these six Virginia tribes is justified based on principles of dignity and fairness.
as our office is winding down from my Senate term beginning this week, the field offices in Virginia ceased their functioning, and it is going to be my pleasure later on today to host a lunch for all my staff and to thank them for the work…