Jim Webb: “This is obviously quite an emotional issue, but it's also a legislative issue.”

I ask to speak on an amendment I have sent to the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Amendments are not in order at this time, but it can be submitted.

I strongly believe that recognition for these six Virginia Tribes is justified based on principles of dignity and fairness and historical necessity.

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…

The federal recognition process has been fraught with challenges that need to be addressed.