Officials call on state and local governments to remain vigilant. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan released a public letter warning…
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Federal Agencies Address Dangers to Indigenous Women
Native population experiences significantly higher murder and trafficking rates. The Department of the Interior (DOI) and Justice (DOJ) released their response to recommendations submitted by the Not Invisible…
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Federal Judge Orders Removal of Wind Turbines from Tribal Lands
The lawsuit was first brought against an unpermitted wind farm over a decade ago. U.S. Court of International Trade Judge Jennifer Choe-Groves has ordered the removal of all…
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DOI Invests $27 Million to Update Tribal Water Dams
The funding is for the repair and replacement of clean water systems on Native reservations. The Department of the Interior (DOI) announced that the allocation of $27 million…
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White House Holds 2023 Tribal Nations Summit
Administration announces actions to support Tribal nations. The White House recently held the 2023 Tribal Nations Summit, where President Joe Biden and administration officials unveiled a number of…
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HHS Invests $74 Million in Behavioral Health Solutions
Funding to support the prevention of substance abuse and support mental health of children and families. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has invested $74.4 million…
Read MoreInterior Commission Provides Guidance on Preventing Indigenous Violence
The result of two years of study of native communities’ high rates of murder and kidnapping. The Not Invisible Act Commission recently completed its list of recommendations to…
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Interior Department Announces Funding for Tribal Water Rights
The investment will support reliable water access for 11 tribes. The Department of the Interior (DOI) recently distributed $327 million to 11 Native American Tribes that lack consistent,…
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U.S. Enters Into Agreement to Support Tribal Salmon Restoration
$200 million allocated over 20 years to three Upper Basin Tribes. The Department of the Interior hosted the ceremonial signing of a historic agreement this month, wherein the…
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Interior Funds First Indian Country Oil Well Closures
Secretary Haaland announces the release of $40 million to plug orphaned wells on reservations. The Department of the Interior has released the first phase of funding for plugging…
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