Our state is home to 29 federally recognized tribes, each with its own history and culture. These tribes play an important role in Washington state’s economy and culture by creating jobs, supporting development and building community programs.
I am proud to be a voice in the United States Senate for Washington state tribal governments and tribal people. I firmly believe we have a responsibility to live up to the promises the U.S. government made in return for the land and resources all of us enjoy today. That means working to meet our tribes’ health care, education, transportation and other needs.
As a member of the both the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committees, I have worked hard to increase important federal resources for tribal communities in Washington state and across the country.