2008- Self-Governance, The Red Book
Describes the fundamental principles of Tribal Sovereignty, provides the background of the Self-Governance project, and discusses the planning, negotiations, and implementation of Self-Governance.
Self-Governance Resources
1996- DOI Solicitor Opinion on Inherently Federal Functions
General guidance on the definition for inherently federal functions.
Senate Hearing: Obstacles and Impediments to Expansion of Self-Governance
Excerpt: Senator McCain: The committee will receive testimony on the Department of the Interior’s management of the Tribal Self-Governance Program. For many, it is hard to imagine that just a little over 30 years ago, the Federal Government was the sole provider of all or nearly all essential governmental services to Indian tribes and their …
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