New Mexico Secretary of Indian Affairs hasn't been confirmed

Tuesday, February 7, 2012  

Lawmakers still haven't confirmed Arthur Allison, a member of the Navajo Nation, as New Mexico's Secretary of Indian Affairs, 11 months after being named to the job.

Allison, 64, has faced controversy over a gas station and convenience store he owns on the reservation. Attorney General Gary King has said the Five Star Oil & Gas store sells tobacco without collecting taxes for the state.

Lawmakers considered Allison's position yesterday but delayed a vote, The Farmington Daily Times reported.

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Senators delay vote on Allison (The Farmington Daily-Times 2/7)

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