Related to Matthew’s Dec 13 post on tribal objections to proposed Wisconsin mining legislation, see this post here outlining tribal comments at a recent public hearing. Representatives from several Wisconsin tribes pointed out the failure to consult with tribes about legislation that could negatively impact their treaty rights, tribal lands/waters and culturally significant resources.
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Here are recent links related to this issue:
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505244_162-57364890/wis-panel-oks-mining-bill-sends-it-to-assembly/
http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com/2012/01/24/73401-73401
Update bill information http://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2011/proposals/AB426