“In 1975 we passed the Indian Self-Determination Education Assistance Act. We have not always done right by providing the dollars that are needed to administer these programs in self-determination, and I think it is important that we address this as the authorizing committee.”
“Since President Nixon’s time Indian tribes have shown that they are much better prepared than the Federal Government at providing services and programs to tribal members. There is no question on that point. Our policy as the Congress is to encourage more tribes to become contracting tribes, but frankly they will not be willing to …
“The Self-Governance Demonstration Project, I believe, is one of the brightest spots on the horizon of Indian affairs because I believe it has already proved what many of us have long believed, that tribal governments should be in the driver’s seat when it comes to determining how Federal programs can best be adapted to serve …
1991- Senate Hearing: Tribal Self-Governance Demonstration Project Act Read More »
“Today’s hearing commemorates the 30th anniversary of the enactment of one of the most successful laws in Indian history, the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act Amendments of 1988. This Act, passed by Congress in 1988, was the result of critical input and leadership from tribes across our country, and marked a significant turning point …
“S. 2460, to amend the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. I consider this measure as singularly important to the future course of Indian Affairs. The Amendment is intended to insure that Congress’original intent in passing the Indian Self-Determination Act is successfully implemented. The Act states that it would “permit an orderly transition from Federal …
1978- Senate Hearing: Amend the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act Read More »
