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Native Americans
Reauthorizing the Indian Health Care Improvement Act
Earlier this week, President Obama signed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Included in this historic reform of the nation’s health insurance system was the permanent reauthorization of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA). After the signing ceremony, the President issued a brief statement on the reauthorization:
Read MoreDNC Native American Council Chair Issues Statement on Derogatory Comment by RNC Chair Michael Steele
In response to a derogatory comment by RNC Chairman Michael Steele, the DNC's Native American Council Chair issued a statement.
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Strengthening tribal law enforcement and improving quality of life
Democrats passed the Tribal Law and Order Act to reduce violent crime in Indian Country by toughening law enforcement efforts, enhancing coordination and training, clarifying legal jurisdiction, and improving victim counseling.
Increasing access to higher education
Democrats passed the Recovery Act, which made targeted investments to increase college affordability and ensure greater access for more students.
