The Supreme Court gave states more power over tribal land. Tribes say that undermines their autonomy.

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

50% : The experts and leaders also worry the decision is a sign the high court could further erode other areas in which federal and tribal governments have authority, such as environmental regulation and child welfare on reservations, and give more power to states.
50% : Several city and county police departments in Oklahoma, as well as the state's highway patrol, already partner with tribal law enforcement in what are known as cross-deputization agreements, which allow officers to make an arrest regardless of the suspect's nationality.
45% : He also said the decision caused confusion among law enforcement about their authority to police areas of Oklahoma now considered Indian country.

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