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agreements with states for management direction of lands and resources, some of 

 which Indian tribes have vital interests. This occurs without tribal consultation and 

 participation. Prescriptive measures are needed to prevent actions and agreements 

 without tribal participation that involve either federal or on-reservation lands. This 

 would prevent agreements between states and federal agencies without participation 

 and agreement of affected tribes. Presently, on the Pacific Coast, the regional fishery 

 management councils have direct responsibility for developing ocean fishery 

 management plans affecting the numerous salmon and other marine resources of 

 Indian tribes. While these councils provide for representation by states, there is no 

 specific provision for representation by Indian tribal governments. I am privileged to 

 sit as an at-large member of the Pacific Fishery Management Council for the State of 

 Washington, however, specific representation for tribal governments is clearly 

 warranted and should be mandated by law. 



The Quinault Nation stands ready to work with the Committee in developing 

 reasoned and responsible approaches toward improving the management of our 

 natural resource heritage. Thank you for the opportunity to testify on this important 

 topic. 



