Native American Communities
As the first Americans, the Indigenous people of this region have culture and traditions embedded to the land. I am working to ensure that their rights as sovereign nations are not only respected, but emboldened, through policy-making at the federal level. We have an atrocious history of injustice towards the Indigenous people of this land that goes against the very values of our country and that we must constantly work to rectify. I will continue to be a strong voice for tribal rights in Congress whether it be fighting to protect sacred land from being sold to the highest bidder, working toward better health and economic opportunities for Native communities, or urging Congress to codify the tribal consultation process.
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September 30th, 2009
Grijalva Bill Removing Fireworks Restrictions for Indian Tribes Passes House
September 21st, 2009
Over $25M in Recovery Act Funding Goes to Two Arizona Tribes for Correctional Facilities