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AUDIO: Full Committee Markup – July 15, 2026 (July 17, 2026)
The House Committee on Natural Resources holds a markup on July 15, 2026. 
“Predictive markets undermine tribal sovereignty and the long-standing tribal gaming compacts and laws that have governed tribal gaming for decades,” Choctaw Nation Chief Gary Batton said.
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds a nomination hearing to consider Mark Cruz to be the Director of the Indian Health Service.
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds a nomination hearing to consider Mark Cruz to be the Director of the Indian Health Service.
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know This Week (June 15, 2026) (June 15, 2026)
NAFOA’s 2026 programs for young professionals are now open! 
The House Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs is holding a legislative hearing on bills affecting tribal homelands, Indian health and economic development.
“As I look at the proposed FY27 budget for Indian Affairs programs, I’ve got questions as to whether or not it will meet the well-documented needs across Indian Country,” said Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), chair of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs.
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs is getting back to work after a long absence in the nation’s capital.
Testimony: Clayton Fulton of Indian Health Service (May 20, 2026)
Clayton Fulton of the Indian Health Service testifies before the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs on May 20, 2026. 
A dedicated effort to learn more about Native elders living in urban areas reveals they suffer a high rate of chronic illnesses and have limited social interactions.
“I was looking forward to serving more people,” said Misty Pipe, a doula on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation.
President Donald Trump’s budget proposal includes a 75 percent funding cut for Native diabetes prevention and treatment.
The Indian Health Service is charged with providing care to about 2.8 million American Indians and Alaska Natives.
The state of New Mexico plans to interview victims and consult with Indian Health Service to find all cases of coerced sterilization between 1907 and 2018.
New Mexico is taking on an investigation into the sterilization of Native women through coercion, deception and without consent.
Native America Calling: Surviving cancer (March 9, 2026)
For many Native survivors, a cancer diagnosis is more than just a biological battle. 
On the Navajo Nation, among shallow hills where neighborhoods are scarce, the grand exterior of Sage Memorial Hospital stands out.
AUDIO: Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S.2098, S.1055 & S.699 (February 5, 2026)
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs hosts a legislative hearing on February 4, 2026. 
VIDEO: Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S.2098, S.1055 & S.699 (February 5, 2026)
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs hosts a legislative hearing on February 4, 2026. 
Testimony: Leanndra Ross of Southcentral Foundation (February 4, 2026)
Leanndra Ross of the Southcentral Foundation testifies before the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs on February 4, 2026. 
Testimony: Dayna Seymour of Colville Tribes (February 4, 2026)
Dayna Seymour from the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation testifies before the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs on February 4, 2026. 
Testimony: Darrell LaRoche of Indian Health Service (February 4, 2026)
Darrell LaRoche of the Indian Health Service testifies before the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs on February 4, 2026. 
Senate Committee on Indian Affairs hosts hearing for tribal health bills (February 4, 2026)
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs is meeting to take testimony on legislation benefiting tribal health programs. 
What’s on The Menu? Tune into Native America Calling’s regular food feature.
South Dakota Searchlight: Rosebud Sioux president delivers tribal address (January 15, 2026)
South Dakota and tribal nations can make improvements for health care and public safety, Rosebud Sioux Tribe President Kathleen Wooden Knife said at the State Capitol. 
December is a traditional time for feasts, family, and giving but the holiday season can also affect a person’s mental health.
Defense bill snubs Indian Country in favor of Lumbee federal recognition (December 8, 2025)
Indian Country is on the losing end of the stick with the release of a must-pass defense bill that was negotiated behind closed doors. 
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation benefits from extension of health care credits (December 8, 2025)
Today, strong federal health insurance policies are key to making access to health care for all Cherokees stronger. 
The nation’s oldest and largest inter-tribal organization opened its annual convention with a competing set of messages about the challenges facing Indian Country.
The Special Diabetes Program for Indians will regain funding, at least temporarily, under legislation to reopen the federal government.
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation takes health care to a new level (October 6, 2025)
Cherokee Nation is stronger today because we embraced the challenge of self-governance. 
Fifty years into the self-determination era, tribal nations are running into new obstacles when it comes to managing programs that serve their people.
Press Release: Indian Health Service sees influx of health care officers (September 22, 2025)
The Department of Health and Human Services is sending public health professionals to sites across Indian Country. 
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs focuses on self-determination and self-governance at an oversight hearing on September 17, 2025.
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs focuses on self-determination and self-governance at an oversight hearing on September 17, 2025.
Witness list for Senate Committee on Indian Affairs hearing on self-determination (September 16, 2025)
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs is observing a significant milestone in the era of self-determination and self-governance. 
Senate Committee on Indian Affairs schedules two hearings on federal programs (September 4, 2025)
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs is getting back to work with two more hearings about federal programs and federal policy. 
NAFOA: 5 Things You Need to Know this Week (August 4, 2025) (August 4, 2025)
Missed the agenda drop for #NAFOAFall25? Find it here! 
Oklahoma City Indian Clinic celebrates the outstanding achievements of its staff at the 22nd Annual Oklahoma City Area Director’s Indian Health Service Awards Ceremony.
The House Committee on Appropriations holds a subcommittee markup on the fiscal year 2026 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies bill.
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