Today, the Subcommittee on Indians and Alaska Native Affairs held a legislative hearing on H.R. 3973, the Native American Energy Act that promotes and encourages increased energy production on tribal lands by reducing government barriers and streamlining burdensome procedures.
The Native American Energy Act addresses specific concerns from various Indian County leaders about getting… Read more »
Dear Secretary Salazar:
It is our understanding that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is currently drafting regulations governing the production of oil and natural gas on Federal lands, including lands managed for the benefit of Indian tribes and their members. We further understand that as part of this regulatory process, the BLM is currently undergoing formal tribal consultations on… Read more »
Republicans on the House Natural Resources Committee released a new web video today highlighting the Committee’s work during the first session of the 112th Congress to create jobs and expand access to our own energy and natural resources. Through 115 hearings, Republicans on the Committee conducted rigorous oversight of Obama Administration policies and regulations that will cost jobs and… Read more »
Reporting H.R. 2362 Out of Committee (Passed 27-15. View Roll Call Vote)
This bill promotes business development between Indian Tribes and Turkish entities on tribal lands that are leased or held in trust by the federal government.
* For complete legislative action for the November 17, 2011 Full Committee Markup, click here. Read more »
