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Panel considers renaming First Nations Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day; testimony reflects differing views on scope
Summary
House Agriculture Committee members heard testimony on House Bill 15‑45, which would rename the statutory observance currently called First Nations Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Representative Finley DeVille introduced House Bill 15‑45 to rename the state observance currently called First Nations Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day. He framed the change as an effort to "honor and recognize the rich history, culture, and contributions of indigenous people in North Dakota and throughout The United States." He asked the committee for a do‑pass recommendation.
Supporters included tribal leadership and elected lawmakers. Colette Brown (reading testimony from Spirit Lake Nation chairwoman Lana J. Street) urged the committee to back the change and said the term…
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