tag: fy2027

'Every Child Matters' at U.S. Supreme Court
The House Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies will hear from an Indian Country witness regarding federal funding for adoption programs.
Amy Minniear
“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.
Markwayne Mullin
Markwayne Mullin is on his way — just barely — to being the first Native person in the Donald Trump cabinet following a testy confirmation hearing in which tribal issues were only briefly discussed.
American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing Day 2, Afternoon Session - March 18, 2026
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the afternoon of March 18, 2026.
American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing Day 2, Morning Session - March 18, 2026
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the morning of March 18, 2026.
American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing Day 1, Afternoon Session - March 17, 2026
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the afternoon of March 17, 2026.
American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing Day 1, Morning Session
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the morning of March 17, 2026.
American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing Day 2, Afternoon Session
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the afternoon of March 18, 2026.
American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing Day 2, Morning Session
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the morning of March 18, 2026.
American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing Day 1, Afternoon Session
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the afternoon of March 17, 2026.
American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing Day 1, Morning Session
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the morning of March 17, 2026.
NAFOA
NAFOA Executive Director Cory Blankenship is set to testify at Indian Country appropriations hearing.
Scott Cameron, Buu Nygren, Lamar Keevama and Johnny Lehi Jr.
Tribal water rights settlements are expensive — and the Trump administration is balking at the cost of fulfilling the U.S. government’s trust and treaty obligations.
NAFOA
NAFOA is proud of 1st Vice President VaRene Martin for being recognized for her leadership.
U.S. Capitol
The Special Diabetes Program for Indians will regain funding, at least temporarily, under legislation to reopen the federal government.