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Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation preserves land for future generations (April 20, 2026)
Our tribe’s collective mission is to focus on long-term success in our communities across the Cherokee Nation Reservation. 
Filmmaker Kelly Moneymaker is dedicated to documenting how Indigenous people across the world are adapting to a rapidly changing climate.
President Trump is pushing for more oil drilling in the Arctic, a decision directly impacting Native communities in Alaska.
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know This Week (April 6, 2026) (April 6, 2026)
Don’t miss the latest in tribal finance and economic development. 
The Trump administration has terminated millions of dollars in grants that were promised to tribal projects.
House subcommittee sets hearing on Alaska Native art bill (March 24, 2026)
The House Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries is taking testimony on a bill to ensure that Alaska Native artists can continue to sell goods using ivory, 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know This Week (March 23, 2026) (March 23, 2026)
“When Tribal Nations have the policy tools, capital access, and institutional support to develop their economies, their communities thrive — and so does the national economy,” NAFOA Treasurer Amy Minniear told Congress. 
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation launches unique housing program (March 23, 2026)
The foundation of community strength across the Cherokee Nation Reservation begins with stable, secure housing. 
Tune into Native America Calling to get an update on clean energy infrastructure and development trends in the absence of federal dollars.
The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.3073, the Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act, on March 16, 2026.
The U.S. House of Representatives considers H.R.3073, the Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act, on March 16, 2026.
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know This Week (March 16, 2026) (March 16, 2026)
NAFOA Executive Director Cory Blankenship is set to testify at Indian Country appropriations hearing. 
The 119th Congress is slowly but surely taking action to advance Indian Country’s legislative agenda following a less than stellar start to the session.
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know This Week (March 2, 2026) (March 2, 2026)
The Tribal Tax and Investment Reform Act has been reintroduced in the 119th Congress. 
Bureau of Indian Affairs considers first Tribal Energy Resource Agreement (February 18, 2026)
The Bureau of Indian Affairs is finally getting a chance to help expand tribal self-determination over energy development. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know This Week (February 17, 2026) (February 17, 2026)
NAFOA is proud of 1st Vice President VaRene Martin for being recognized for her leadership. 
Native America Calling: Route 66 changed tribes’ connections and culture (February 11, 2026)
Crossing vast stretches of Native land in places like Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Arizona, Route 66 connected customers to communities. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know This Week (February 9, 2026) (February 9, 2026)
NAFOA and Tribal Leaders Testify Before Oversight Hearing on Economic Development. 
Native America Calling: 2026 State of Indian Nations (February 9, 2026)
The past year has seen major challenges for Indian Country. How is the nation’s largest inter-tribal organization responding? 
AUDIO: Making Federal Economic Development Programs Work in Indian Country (February 3, 2026)
The House Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs holds a hearing on February 3, 2026. 
The House Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs is holding a hearing titled “Making Federal Economic Development Programs Work in Indian Country.” See the witness list.
The House Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs is holding a hearing titled “Making Federal Economic Development Programs Work in Indian Country.” Read the hearing memo.
The House Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs is holding a hearing titled “Making Federal Economic Development Programs Work in Indian Country.” See the hearing notice.
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know This Week (February 2, 2026) (February 2, 2026)
Tune in to NAFOA’s testimony on making federal economic development programs work in Indian Country. 
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation disrupts poverty through opportunity (February 2, 2026)
When we assess our nation’s true strength, we can only measure success by what is afforded to our most vulnerable citizens. 
Tune in to hear from Native people who are being recognized for their contributions to their communities.
Indigenous peoples represent about 3 percent of the population in Venezuela. What’s next with the United States vowing to be in charge?
A recent decision by the U.S. Treasury Department is a major win for tribes when it comes to economic development.
A surge in housing projects specifically geared toward urban Native people is meant to offset the barriers they face in large cities.
Senate Committee on Indian Affairs sets business meeting and hearing (December 17, 2025)
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs is holding a business meeting and legislative hearing as the first half of the 119th Congress comes to a close. 
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation celebrates milestone in tribal gaming (December 15, 2025)
Thirty-five years ago, our people made a courageous choice to dare a new path. 
The tribes of the Owens Valley in California are facing a shortage of water — an issue that spans nearly a century, but one that is exacerbated by climate change.
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (December 8, 2025) (December 8, 2025)
There’s still time to #GiveNative! Donate by December 31 to make your gift to NAFOA count. 
Cuts in funding, federal staff reductions, and department disorganization — along with the U.S. government shutdown -– all took a toll on the work done by tribal museums this year.
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (November 24, 2025) (November 24, 2025)
Extend your education, attend a year-end tax webinar and find an employment opportunity. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (November 10, 2025) (November 10, 2025)
The federal government has been shut down for 41 days — with possible end in sight. 
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds an oversight hearing on October 29, 2025.
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds an oversight hearing on October 29, 2025.
With the shutdown of the U.S. government entering another month, the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs is looking at the impacts on Native communities.
The cuts continue as President Donald Trump plans to eliminate another $500 million dollars for tribal housing, business development and infrastructure projects.
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