Indian Gaming Association Applauds Biden-Harris Administration for the Fourth and Final White House Tribal Nations Summit
Washington, D.C. – December 9th, 2024 – The Indian Gaming Association and its Chairman, Ernie Stevens, Jr., commended the Biden-Harris Administration for hosting the fourth and final White House Tribal Nations Summit. This landmark event underscored the administration’s commitment to strengthening Nation-to-Nation relationships with Tribal Nations and its historic progress in supporting Native communities across the United States.
At the Summit, President Biden announced pivotal actions, including the designation of the Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School as a national monument. This initiative acknowledges and honors the experiences of the thousands of Native children affected by the federal Indian boarding school system, which persisted for over 150 years. The monument poignantly reminds us of historical injustices and is part of an ongoing effort to promote healing within Indigenous communities.
“Today’s summit exemplifies the Biden-Harris Administration’s deep respect for Tribal Nations and its commitment to addressing historical injustices,” stated Ernie Stevens, Jr. “The establishment of the Carlisle National Monument and the efforts to revitalize Native languages, alongside the Administration’s dedication to promoting Tribal sovereignty and self-determination, mark significant steps toward healing and progress for our communities.”
