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independence and integrity of legislatures and to foster interstate cooperation and facilitate the exchange of information among legislatures. The NCSL also represents legislatures in dealing with the federal government, especially in support of state sovereignty and state flexibility and protection from unfunded federal mandates and unwarranted federal preemption. The conference promotes cooperation between state legislatures in the U.S. and those in other countries. More legislatures are recognizing the benefits of having dedicated committees on Indian affairs or state-tribal relations. https://www.ncsl.org/quad-caucus/state-committees-and-commissions-on-indian-affairs 6.6.4 State Resources NC Commission on Indian Affairs (NCCIA) operates various programs to service the needs of NC Native Americans. The Commission of Indian Affairs consists of 28 members: 21 representatives of the Native American community, two representatives appointed by the General Assembly, and one representative or their designee appointed by the secretaries of DHHS, Department of Administration (DOA), Commerce, DEQ & NC Department of Labor (DOL) each. https://www.doa.nc.gov/divisions/american-indian-affairs. The Cumberland County Association for Indian People (CCAIP) was incorporated in 1973 to enhance the socioeconomic, legal, political, and cultural well-being of the Indian people of Cumberland County. Through various programs and initiatives, the organization aims to improve the lives of Native Americans in the county. It may collaborate with other organizations and agencies to provide services and resources, and advocate for the rights and interests of the Native American community. Its website is https://www.countyoffice.org/cumberland-county-association-for-indian-people-fayetteville- nc-916. The Guilford Native American Association (GNAA) was incorporated in 1975 to assist Native Americans living in Guilford and surrounding counties in achieving social and economic self- sufficiency. Its website is https://www.guilfordnative.com. The Metrolina Native American Association (MNAA) was incorporated in 1976 to promote cultural awareness, economic development, employment training, and work experience for Native Americans living in Mecklenburg and surrounding counties. https://www.metrolinanatives.com. The Triangle Native American Society (TNAS) was founded in 1984 to promote and protect the identity of Native Americans living in Wake, Johnston, Durham, Orange, and Chatham counties by providing educational, social, and cultural programs. TNAS seeks to foster a local Native community while bridging the various cultural and traditional practices members bring from their respective home tribal communities. https://www.trianglenative.org.
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