DOJ Request for Tribal Input On Issues Involving Eagle Feathers

The Department of Justice is seeking tribal input on two specific proposals.

First, the Department is considering adopting a policy that would memorialize its practice of enforcing federal wildlife laws in a manner that facilitates the ability of members of federally recognized tribes to use eagle feathers and other bird feathers and parts for cultural and religious purposes.

Second, the Department, through its National Indian Country Training Initiative, is developing a joint federal and tribal training program on enforcement of wildlife and other environmental laws.

Tribal views and recommendations on all aspects of these two proposals are welcome.

Deadline: December 2, 2011 Comments in writing must be submitted to the Office of Tribal Justice. By Email: usaeo.eagles@usdoj.gov By Postal Mail: U.S. Department of Justice Office of Tribal Justice, 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20530

Full proposal can be access by clicking here.

-Carolyn