President Barack Obama this morning signed into law the reauthorized Violence Against Women Act that includes tribal provisions. “Previously, tribes had no jurisdiction over non-tribal members, even if they are married to Native women or reside on native lands. But as soon as I sign this bill, that ends,” Obama said before the signing. Read … Read more
Presidential Proclamation — National Native American Heritage Month, 2012 NATIONAL NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH, 2012 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION As the first people to live on the land we all cherish, American Indians and Alaska Natives have profoundly shaped our country’s … Read more
President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to key Administration posts: Michael B. Coleman, Member, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Horace Henry Foxall, Jr., Member, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Bradford J. White, Member, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Carole E. … Read more