Ensuring Public Safety on Tribal Lands

The first inalienable right mentioned in the Declaration of Independence is that of life, and the protection of life is fundamentally necessary for the flourishing of a community. Yet all too often Indian country has been neglected in public safety reforms and recruitment efforts. During my Indian and Insular Affairs subcommittee hearing, I asked tribal leaders from across the nation what struggles they face and discussed potential solutions to ensure the prosperity of their communities.