Senate field hearing on law enforcement next week

Monday, March 10, 2008  

The Senate Indian Affairs Committee is holding a field hearing next Monday, March 17, on law and order in Indian Country.

The committee has been consulting tribes about law enforcement issues on reservations. Sen. Byron Dorgan (D-North Dakota), the chairman, issued a concept paper last November that could lead to comprehensive legislation.

The field hearing takes place on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Reservation. More details will be provided.

Committee Notice:
FIELD HEARING on Law and Order in Indian Country (March 17, 2008)

Relevant Documents:
Concept Paper | Press Release

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