Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Fostering State-Tribal Collaboration: An Indian Law Primer

Product Description Fostering State-Tribal Collaboration: An Indian Law Primer surveys federal Indian law in order to facilitate collaborative policy development between the states and Native American tribes. Wilkins addresses civil and criminal jurisdiction, taxation, the Indian Child Welfare Act and other human services issues, environmental regulation, Indian gaming and revenue sharing, intergovernmental agreements and limited waivers of sovereign immunity, encouraging a move away from conflict and litigation and towards communication and collaboration. She provides a historical context for the existing law and foundational knowledge to foster programs and policies that meet the needs of all citizens and engage in successful cross-jurisdictional policy development. Unlike most other authors of texts on Indian law, who write for academics or lawyers, Wilkens explains current issues using practical, jargon-free language, making her book of immediate practical value to policymakers and students. Review With years of direct experience in the field of tribal-state relations, Andrea Wilkins provides an imminently useful guide for anyone seeking to bridge the chasm that continues to exist between these political actors. Her practical approach makes accessible an understudied, and often daunting, subject, the comprehension of which is vital for shared future success.--David E. Wilkins (Lumbee), Professor of American Indian Studies, University of Minnesota About the Author Andrea Wilkins (J.D./M.A., University of Denver) works with state and tribal policymakers and professional staff to promote cooperative policy development between the state and tribal governments.