07/23/2024
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"Since the 1970s, the United States has pursued a policy of self-determination for tribes, allowing tribal governments to self-direct services provided to their people."
"Tribes know how best to serve their members and it is important that Congress continues to bring tribal voices to the table."
"It has been one of my priorities and one of my agendas to ensure that we are recognizing and acknowledging the sovereignty and autonomy of these Tribal Nations."
"Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and I am grateful for all of the work that has gone into this bill, and more particularly for the discussions that I have had with Chairman Westerman in developing this legisl..."