Tribal Governments Today
How many governments are tribal citizens a part of?
3 governments
tribal, state and federal
What did the federal government do as the United Sates expanded in the 1800s?
Took Native American land and gave it to settlers and railroads.
What is pollution?
Harmful stuff that makes air, water or land unsafe or unhealthy for people and other living things.
How does climate change impact water?
It changes rain and snowfall patterns, and causes ocean water to become more acidic.
How many types of birds are there in Washington State?
341 species
What is tribal government responsible for as a sovereign nation?
courts, education, housing, health, safety, welfare, transportation, natural resources, environment, cultural and economic development
How does the state earn money from the land it owns?
selling logging rights to loggers, leasing land to ranchers for cattle to graze, leasing tide flats to companies for shellfish farming
How can pollution harm living things?
By making them sick or causing damage to their habitats.
Who owns the water in Washington State by law?
The public, meaning the citizens of Washington State
How many types of plants are there in Washington State?
over 3,000 plant species
How many people do tribal governments employ in Washington State?
37,371
What are some purposes that federal land in Washington State is used for?
national parks, camping, hiking, fishing, wildlife refuges, national forests, military bases, Hanford Nuclear Reservation
Why is Earth Day important?
This is a day when people take action to reduce air and water pollution.
Who does the state grant "water rights" to?
farmers, landowners, towns and others to be used not owned
What is an endangered species?
A species that may become extinct if people do not do something to help.
How much money do tribal governments add to the state economy?
$6.6 billion
Why do some people believe that the federal government should keep more land for wilderness areas and habitat for wildlife?
They believe the government would take better care of the land than private owners would.
What was the purpose of the 1970 Clean Air Act?
It required states to make plans to meet the air quality standards and established the Environmental Protection Agency to make sure it got done.
What is the rule that applies to water rights and its usage?
"use it or lose it"
What is an invasive species?
A plant or animal moved into our state from somewhere else and destroys or takes over natural habitats.
What did the 2009 Estuary Restoration of Puget Sound do?
restored fish and wildlife habitat
Why do some people believe that the federal government should be sold to individuals?
To create more jobs and make more money.
What are some sources of air pollution and how do they affect the air quality?
wood-burning stoves, fireplaces, airplanes, ships, cars, trucks, electric utilities that burn coal or natural gas, and other industries
emit gases and fine particles that pollute the air and cause haze
What can happen if the granted water rights aren't used?
They can be taken away.
Why is it important for governments and citizens to work together to protect wildlife habitats?
If wildlife habitats disappear so, do animals and eventually us.