GOP lawmakers propose tribally led oversight for Native university
Republican lawmakers introduced legislation to shift oversight of Haskell Indian Nations University from the Bureau of Indian Education to a tribally appointed board of regents, according to the Kansas Reflector. The Haskell Indian Nations University Improvement Act would maintain federal funding, establish a trust fund and require annual reports to Congress.
“It is clear that the best path forward is for the university to be led by an independent Board of Regents nominated by the Tribal community,” Sen. Jerry Moran was quoted as saying. Dalton Henry, president of the current board of regents, said tribal nations are best suited to guide Haskell’s future. The bill has gained support from several tribal leaders and national Native organizations.
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