The current state of affairs for Native Americans:
-Yakama have "jurisdiction over certain civil and criminal matters" in the state of Washington thanks to Gov. Jay Inslee. There are current discussions in giving the Yakama police forces more authority in area that are out of the reservation. (http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com/2014/01/29/yakamas-bittersweet-moment-gaining-some-criminal-jurisdiction-153253)
-The Department of Justice announced that it would support tribes financially by funding for public safety, victim services, and crime prevention. (http://www.nativetimes.com/index.php/news/federal/9388-doj-announces-funding-opportunities-for-tribes)
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