Funds to fight recognition sought

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2002

Connecticut Gov. John Rowland (R) still opposes using state funds to help fight the federal recognition of Indian tribes but Attorney General Richard Blumenthal is finding allies in the Legislature.

Several bills seek to provide Blumenthal with the money to research petitions submitted by groups seeking recognition. Blumenthal last year asked Rowland for $1.3 million but the request was rejected.

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