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Native Americans, facing lack of access to clean water, press for a new bill to help fix problem

Native Americans, facing lack of access to clean water, press for a new bill to help fix problem

by Lance Wilhelm | Feb 8, 2024 | Featured, Health & Science, Topics

WASHINGTON – Lawmakers met Thursday to discuss a series of legislation meant to correct injustices facing Native Americans, some of which have been overlooked for centuries.  Proposals to help provide tribes commercial independence, improved health care services and...
Native American repatriation act still faces compliance issues after 31 years

Native American repatriation act still faces compliance issues after 31 years

by Samantha Aguilar | Feb 3, 2022 | Environment, Featured

WASHINGTON — Inadequate funding and unclear responsibilities have slowed the return of Native American remains and cultural objects to traditional caretakers, experts and lawmakers agreed during a hearing on Wednesday. “After more than three decades of [the Native...

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