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Tribal leaders are calling on the Biden administration to re-examine its commitment to the nation-to-nation relationship following “shocking” arguments in a closely-watched U.S. Supreme Court case.
The highest court in the land is once again taking up a case that will determine whether the United States lives up to its promises to tribal nations.
Native America Calling: What do tribal water rights mean if there’s no water? (February 17, 2023)
If there’s an epicenter of the more than 20-year drought in the west and Southwest, it’s the Colorado River. 
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs is getting back to work after what the legislative panel’s bipartisan leadership said was an extremely productive session.
DVIDS: Shoalwater Bay Tribe addresses impacts of climate change (February 13, 2023)
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers partnered with the Shoalwater Bay Tribe to restore the Shoalwater Bay Dune before the first major storm of the season. 
Native America Calling: Ensuring a long life for sturgeon (February 6, 2023)
As the sturgeon spearfishing season gets underway, Native America Calling looks at the ecological status of sturgeons, traditional harvest methods and tribal efforts to protect them. 
A key Congressional committee is finally getting to work, with Republicans pursuing a new agenda for Indian Country and beyond.
U.S. Supreme Court adds more Indian Country cases to docket (January 24, 2023)
Indian Country is gearing up for another round of big cases at the nation’s highest court, with water rights and tribal sovereignty on the line. 
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation addresses needs on reservation (January 23, 2023)
Whether it’s new construction, refurbished existing buildings, improved water or better roads, we are investing in what the Cherokee people have asked for. 
Cronkite News: Cleanup continues of abandoned mines in national forest (January 17, 2023)
About 100,000 mines have been abandoned in Arizona, according to the state inspector, leaving behind huge amounts of toxic waste. 
People’s World: Fearless warrior Joye Braun walks on (January 11, 2023)
A dauntless advocate of Indigenous justice walked on with the passing of indomitable Water Protector and fearless Warrior Joye Braun. 
Native America Calling: Klamath River tribes praise dam removal momentum (November 30, 2022)
After decades of fighting, tribes in northern California can celebrate the pending removal of four dams on the Klamath River. 
Senate Committee on Indian Affairs schedules business meeting and hearing (November 14, 2022)
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs is getting back to work after a lengthy absence. 
Native America Calling: Alaska’s unprecedented snow crab population collapse (October 24, 2022)
Alaska’s snow crab season is cancelled for the first time ever after a mass die-off all but wiped out the crustaceans. 
Underscore.news: Yakama Nation celebrates return of sacred land (October 18, 2022)
An 1855 treaty with the U.S. government ensured one of the Yakama Nation’s most important sites would remain part of its homelands. 
Tribal leaders are looking forward to addressing climate change and improving economic conditions in their communities through the Inflation Reduction Act.
Harold Frazier: Honor sacred promises to our Native Sovereign Nations (September 13, 2022)
Mni Wiconi means water is life, and no one will silence our Native peoples. 
Native America Calling: The inability to provide clean drinking water in America (September 7, 2022)
A crisis making the news is a reminder of the dozens of failed drinking water systems for tribes across the country. 
Native America Calling: Turning around threats to salmon (August 17, 2022)
Join Native America Calling for updates on trouble spots for salmon in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest. 
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation offers relief for farmers and ranchers (August 15, 2022)
We have a responsibility to step up for our farmers and ranchers in their time of need. 
Getting access to Colorado River water is “the only feasible solution” for the Hualapai Tribe, Chairman Damon Clarke said.
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds a legislative hearing on three bills on July 20, 2022.
Secretary Haaland returns to work after suffering injury (July 18, 2022)
Secretary Deb Haaland is returning to work after suffering a break in her left fibula during a hike in a national park. 
Once again, Indigenous communities like mine are treated as a commodity to be extracted rather than human beings in a natural world, both deserving of respect and protection.
The Native American Rights Fund has announced the selection of Matthew Campbell as deputy director.
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (June 6, 2022)
NAFOA provides resources on every aspect needed for thriving tribal communities. 
With over $13 billion on the table, the Biden administration is making sure tribes get access to historic levels of funding for infrastructure in Indian Country.
Land that was taken from the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes was finally returned after more than a century.
The Biden administration is investing $29 million in infrastructure funds on dam safety in Indian Country.
The nation’s highest court has passed up a chance to address economic sovereignty in Indian Country.
Chickasaw Nation citizen lands Native advisor role at White House (April 27, 2022)
The White House has a new Native advisor in the second year of Joe Biden’s presidency. 
Two Arizona waterways landed on an annual list of the top 10 “most endangered” rivers in the United States.
Native people are less likely to have reliable access to adequate wastewater systems than any other population in the country.
Native America Calling: Federal help for water access (April 13, 2022)
A new program offers low-income people help paying their water bills. 
Cronkite News: Navajo Nation works to address climate change (April 12, 2022)
Indigenous people across the globe are disproportionately impacted by the effects of climate change. 
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs took testimony from tribal leaders whose communities are in dire need of infrastructure and revenue.
Native America Calling: The future of the Great Salt Lake (April 5, 2022)
Long before it became the inspiration to build what became Utah’s largest city, the Great Salt Lake was an important place for the Ute, Paiute, Goshute, and Shoshone nations. 
Wabanaki Nations seek ‘equality’ for their tribal sovereignty (April 4, 2022)
With one long-overdue legislative achievement under their belts, tribal nations from one of the furthest ends of Indian Country are asking Congress to fully recognize their sovereignty. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (April 4, 2022)
We’re 40! Follow the Celebrations with #NAFOA40th! 
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds a legislative hearing on six bills on March 23, 2022.
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