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THURSDAY, JULY 10, 2003

Wisconsin tribal leaders testified in favor of a three legislative proposals that would formalize their government-to-government relationship with the state.

One bill would recognize tribal sovereignty, the second would create a new Tribal-State Council and the third will require greater tribal input and consultation on proposals that affect them. Tribal leaders said the bills would improve their standing in state issues.

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Formal state recognition of tribes helps heal old wounds (The La Crosse Tribune 7/10)