The utilities and the federal agencies are perfecting the art of miscalculation,

We view this as proof positive that spill helps fish.

It’s a one-year coffee break while they appeal.

We’re not trying to shut down all hydro operations,

It misleads the public, it misleads Congress, and it’s part of their annual ritual of underestimating the need and overestimating the expenses.

Our job is to serve each tribe. We don’t supplant their authority; we do not override their authority. We can only exercise the authority they grant us.