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The president’s budget proposes eliminating the Tribal Climate Resilience/Cooperative Landscape program that helps tribes combat the effects of climate change on the natural and cultural resources that are so vital to Native livelihood.
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And the administration’s budget proposes a 71 percent reduction in funds for education construction – making it harder to ensure the health and safety of students at Indian school facilities.
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Much more work is needed to fulfill our obligations to Native Americans, and these proposed cuts do not help.
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I’ve seen the transformative impact of the Tiwahe Initiative within MN’s Red Lake Nation, helping to ensure a comprehensive approach to child, family, and community welfare. BIA must address our concerns to make sure these funds are being distributed properly.
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The Johnson O’Malley Act offers programs related to culture, language, & academics for Native students. Last year, I led the passage of its modernization to ensure an accurate count of the of students eligible for these programs. Looking forward to seeing a progress report soon.
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