by Jeremy FiveCrows | Apr 1, 2013 | ED's Message, The Dipnetter
At a recent CRITFC-hosted workshop, the Food Safety Modernization Act was presented. This legislation could possibly impact tribal sales of fish sold directly to the public. Attorneys and staff are investigating whether this new federal law dictates regulations that...
by Jeremy FiveCrows | Apr 1, 2013 | Uncategorized
One of the Columbia River tribes’ most important ceremonies is the First Salmon Feast. This salmon ceremony occurs before open fishing takes place. It is why every fishing season begins with a ceremonial harvest for fishers to catch salmon for use in these ceremonies....
by Jeremy FiveCrows | Apr 1, 2013 | The Dipnetter
Government-to-government relations between the tribes and federal and state governments are an important function to protect tribal sovereignty as well as to ensure that the tribes expectations of how the governments fulfill their trust responsibilities are known to a...
by Jeremy FiveCrows | Mar 29, 2013 | River Scenes
This photo was taken during a CRITFC-hosted tour of the river for a group of US Attorneys. The perfect spring weather, wildflowers, and beautiful Columbia River Gorge put on an incredible show for the guests.
by Jeremy FiveCrows | Mar 14, 2013 | ED's Message, The Dipnetter
Sovereignty consists of two parts: 1) the ability to make rules and laws and 2) the ability to enforce those rules and laws. If either of those is reduced or lacking, the sovereignty of that nation is somewhat diminished. This is why it was so important for the tribal...
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