Mills still opposes tribal sovereignty bill, seeks to cool emotions
The governor expresses concern that the proposed bill could lead to decades of new litigation.
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The governor expresses concern that the proposed bill could lead to decades of new litigation.
The Legislature adjourns without funding the legislation, though it's possible leadership could call another session before lawmakers reconvene May 9 to take up vetoes.
She opposes any effort by Congress to change the terms of the 1980 land claims settlement, putting herself at loggerheads with much of her party.
H.R. 6707, the Advancing Equality for Wabanaki Nations Act, would amend the Maine Indian Claims Settlement Act of 1980.
She opposes any effort by Congress to change the terms of the 1980 land claims settlement, putting herself at loggerheads with much of her party.