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Tennessee Commission of
Indian Affairs

Purposes of the Commission (T.C.A. 4-34-102)

1. Deal Fairly and effectively with Indian affairs;
2. Research and find local, state and federal resources of funding and other assistance for the implementation or continuation of meaningful programs for Indian citizens of the state;
3. Provide aid and protection for Indians as needs are demonstrated;
4. Prevent undue hardships;
5. Assist Indian communities in social and economic development;
6. Promote recognition of, and the right of Indians to pursue cultural and religious traditions considered by them to be sacred and meaningful to Native Americans; and
   
7. Communicate with Tennessee's Indian communities and solicit communications from such Indian communities.

Board Characteristics: At least seven members appointed for terms of four years staggered. Three members are appointed by the Governor, two by the Speaker of Senate, and two by the Speaker of House. Meetings will be held, at least, quarterly.

Commissioned under T.C.A. 4-34-101 through 108

The statute authorizing this board expires: June 30, 2009

Member	Date of Expiration	Representation
Valerie Ohle, Chair	10-31-2011	East Grand Division
Shelley Allen, Vice Chair	10-31-2009	Memphis Metropolitan Area
Thomas (Tom) Kunesh, Secretary	10-31-2009	Chattanooga Metropolitan Area
Jeanie King	10-31-2009	Knoxville Metropolitan Area
James Everett Meeks	10-31-2011	Middle Grand Division
Jimmie Thigpen	10-31-2011	West Grand Division
Clifford (Bill) Wells	10-31-2009	Nashville Metropolitan Area

 

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