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122 year old Indian policy still sparks controversy
In Washington state the enduring Stevens treaties on Indian fishing rights continue to trigger disputes after 120 years. Court battles, political criticism, and protests surround the Boldt decision granting half the fish to Indians, with state and federal courts on a collision course awaiting a Supreme Court outcome.
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Olympia
Wash
UPI
Isaac I. Stevens
Stevens
Washington
Chantilly
Congress
Department of Interior
Edward M. Lander
Lander
U.S. Supreme Court
U.S
George H. Boldt
Judge Boldt
Don Moos
State Supreme Court
State Court
Dan Evans
Boldt