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Bill in Arizona to elevate Indian Affairs post to Cabinet level


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Arizona Sen. Jack Jackson Jr. (D) plans to introduce a bill to elevate the Arizona Commission of Indian Affairs to a Cabinet-level position.

Jackson, a member of the Navajo Nation, said the bill will raise the profile of Indian issues within state government. His idea drew support from tribal leaders at the 17th annual Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day on Tuesday.

"The resolution itself would plant the seed," said Shan Lewis, vice chairman of the Fort Mojave Indian Tribe, The Arizona Republic reported.

New Mexico elevated its Indian Affairs post to the Cabinet level in 2004.

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Arizona lawmaker: Elevate Indian Affairs post (The Arizona Republic 1/18)

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