FROM THE NEWSROOM: HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — The U.S. Interior Department is extending the period for people to comment on proposed changes to the rules for granting federal recognition to American Indian tribes, citing significant public interest in the matter. Kevin Washburn, an assistant secretary with the departments Bureau of Indian Affairs, announced Friday the comment period has been extended by 60 days. Connecticut Attorney General George Jepsen was among those seeking an extension. Despite changes made to the proposed rules, Jepsens office claims theyll still have serious consequences for Connecticut, making it easier for groups petitioning for federal recognition to gain the acknowledgement. The BIA is also adding more consultations with tribes and public meetings. The existing regulations overseeing the federal recognition of tribes were originally adopted in 1978. Theyve been updated once in 20 years.
Posted on: Fri, 25 Jul 2014 21:08:30 +0000
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