Senate Indian Affairs Committee schedules hearing on education

Wednesday, February 19, 2014  

The Senate Indian Affairs Committee will hold an oversight hearing on early education in Indian Country next week.

Sen. Jon Tester (D-Montana), the new chairman of the committee, plans to make education a priority during his tenure. He is a former teacher.

The hearing will take place on February 26 at 2:30pm. A witness list hasn't been posted online.

Committee Notice:
Oversight Hearing to receive testimony on "Early Childhood Development and Education in Indian Country: Building a Foundation for Academic Success." (February 26, 2014)

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