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Senate codifies governor's Office on Indian Affairs into agency-level statute
Summary
Substitute Senate Bill 6,034 was passed to elevate and codify the governor's Office on Indian Affairs at agency level, with sponsors saying the change will anchor the office and formalize government-to-government relationships with tribes.
The Senate passed Substitute Senate Bill 6,034 to statutorily establish the governor's Office on Indian Affairs at the agency level. Sponsor Senator Kaufman said the office has existed for about 40 years but "has just been out there floating" and the bill will provide foundation, security and clearer government-to-government recognition for tribes.
Senators expressed support for codification. Senator Wilson rose in support and urged "let's get the codifying beginning." There were no recorded opposing tallies in the roll call; the secretary reported "49 yays, 0 nay." The bill therefore received the constitutional majority and was declared passed.
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