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Applicants Apply for Vermont Indian Commission |
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Written by Administrator
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Thursday, 12 August 2010 |
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Applicants Apply for Vermont Indian Commission
Mark Mitchell
8.13.2010
Today was the deadline for those interested in serving on the Vermont Commission on Native American Affairs, (VCNAA). At this time, twenty one applicants have been received by the Vermont Division for Historic Preservation to fill the nine open seats.
Under the Commission's established authority the first priority is to review supporting documents from applicants and makes recommendations for or against State recognition to the legislative committees. This must be completed as the Commission can only assist Native American Indian tribes recognized by the State.
One can only hope that each applicant has reviewed the bill, understands their established authority and the criteria and process for State recognition of Native American Indian tribes.This web site has requested access to all public records and documents of all applicants as this site believes the public has a right to know. The first Commission created in 2006 fought a 4 year battle with the state over its refusal to pass legislation recognizing Vermont’s indigenous people. |
