He said illegal shootings were “absolutely wrong” but sympathized with tribal members who don’t want to wait years for eagle parts. Eagle feathers are woven into Native American culture.

Let students and families celebrate these milestone this spring without challenges and obstructions,” writes Assemblymember.

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — America’s golden eagles face a rising threat from a black market for their feathers used in Native American powwows and other ceremonies, according to wildlife officials, ...

He said illegal shootings were “absolutely wrong” but sympathized with tribal members who don’t want to wait years for eagle parts. Eagle feathers are woven into Native American culture.