These applications have been denied as incomplete.
Recognition of a tribe conveys a unique set of benefits, legal immunities and responsibilities.
To begin, I want to thank the Chair for your leadership on this issue and your support for the Virginia tribes.
There is no story that is better known about the interaction between the Europeans who came to this country and became A...
I am one that generally believes in deferring to the judgment of Members on matters affecting their district.
These factors in and of themselves don't necessarily mean tribal recognition is not warranted for the Lumbee or the six ...
I hope the Committee carefully considers whether it would be more appropriate to defer to this process.
It is a matter of fundamental fairness to ensure recognition is not given in an arbitrary manner.
It should not be held against these tribes that they made peace with our people before there was an American government.
The second reason is a more sinister reason.
I am here today because recognition of these Tribes by the Federal Government is long overdue.