Recognizing the unique nature of each tribal community and the need to work with all members of tribal communities, FEMA commits to building strong and lasting partnerships with tribal governments to assist in preparing for all threats and hazards, including those unique to tribal communities.The policy outlines a framework for nation-to-nation relations with federally recognized tribal governments that recognizes tribal sovereignty, self-governance, and the general trust relationship, consistent with applicable authorities. In 2016, FEMA updated its agency-wide tribal policy. Government has a unique nation-to-nation relationship with federally recognized tribal governments based on the Constitution of the United States, treaties, statutes, executive orders, and judicial decisions. To reinforce how we recognize these important relationships, I would like to specifically outline FEMA’s approach as described in: 1) FEMA’s Tribal Policy 2) FEMA’s Tribal Consultation Policy and, 3) FEMA’s Tribal Declaration Pilot Guidance. We work side-by-side with our tribal partners on all aspects of our mission, and we continue to posture ourselves to better support our tribal partners at any time. Today, I can tell you that FEMA recognizes the unique relationship between Indian Country and the Federal Government, and the unique conditions that affect Indian Country. However, since the passage of the Sandy Recovery Improvement Act (SRIA) in 2013, the agency has dedicated additional resources to ensuring that tribal governments are fully woven into the fabric of our mission. FEMA has a strong tradition of engagement with federally recognized Indian tribal governments (tribal governments). Thank you for this opportunity to meet with you today to discuss ways in which FEMA is improving relationships with federally recognized Indian tribes.įEMA is committed to our partnership and collaboration with federally recognized Indian tribes, and to providing support in their preparation for, protection against, mitigation of, response to, and recovery from all hazards and disasters. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). I am Alex Amparo, Assistant Administrator with the U.S. Good afternoon, Chairman Hoeven, Vice Chairman Udall, and members of the Committee.
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