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Questions about American Indians came up repeatedly as the highest court in the land took up birthright citizenship, an issue at the center of Donald Trump’s anti-immigrant agenda.
“While Arizona families struggle with rising costs at home, Eli Crane is busy giving private tours to Russian officials,” said Jonathan Nez, a Native candidate for Congress.
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, 
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.
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. 
Tom Cole: Shutdown at Department of Homeland Security continues (March 23, 2026)
As the shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security continues, more and more Americans are seeing the negative side effects. 
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.
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the afternoon of March 18, 2026.
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the morning of March 18, 2026.
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the afternoon of March 17, 2026.
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the morning of March 17, 2026.
The Trump administration transferred ownership of a sacred site in Arizona to a foreign-controlled copper mine company.
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.
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the afternoon of March 18, 2026.
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the morning of March 18, 2026.
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the afternoon of March 17, 2026.
The House Committee on Appropriations hears from American Indian and Alaska Native witnesses on the morning of March 17, 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. 
Tom Cole: Americans are feeling the impact of a government shutdown (March 16, 2026)
Senate Democrats must join their Republican colleagues and vote to pass Homeland Security funding. 
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.
Voting rights advocates say a bill to overhaul elections could disenfranchise millions of Americans, including Native voters.
Native Republican tapped for Cabinet post in surprise shakeup (March 6, 2026)
Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Oklahoma) is poised to make history as the first Native person in the Donald Trump cabinet following a shake-up in Washington, D.C. 
AUDIO: Legislative Hearing on H.R.2827, H.R.6162 and H.R.7065 (March 5, 2026)
The House Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs holds a legislative hearing on March 4, 2026. 
The Seneca Nation, the Muscogee Nation and the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians are asserting their sovereign rights.
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.
The House Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs is holding its first legislative hearing of the new year.
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. 
Tom Cole: Getting ready for another storm season (March 2, 2026)
In Oklahoma, springtime means more than just blooming flowers and warmer weather. It also means that storm season is coming. 
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. 
A federal judge ruled that Secretary of War Pete Hegseth cannot demote Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Arizona) over comments made about the U.S. military.
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. 
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. 
Gaylord News: Immigration agents sweep into Indian Country (February 3, 2026)
Tribes have advised their citizens to carry their Certificates of Degree of Indian Blood as immigration agents sweep into communities across the nation. 
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. 
Grist: Miccosukee Tribe hits roadblock in protecting homelands (January 15, 2026)
The Miccosukee people have always considered the Florida Everglades their home.
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