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JUNE 22, 2022 – NAFOA Executive Director Rico Frias testified before the House Energy & Commerce Committee and Energy Subcommittee on the crucial topic of energy development financing in Indian Country
On Wednesday, Secretary of Interior Halland announced the names of the first-ever Secretary’s Tribal Advisory Committee (STAC). The STAC includes 24 representatives, two for each of the BIA’s twelve regions; ten of which are tribal leaders from NAFOA Member Tribes from seven different regions. The STAC will ensure Tribal leaders
1. POLICY: SENATE PASSES STOP ACT, PROTECTING TRIBAL, NATIVE HAWAIIAN CULTURAL ITEMS Last week, the Senate passed H.R. 2930, Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony Act of 2021. The legislation prohibits the exportation of Native American cultural items and archaeological resources that were illegally obtained; provides for the return of such
The Wells Fargo Foundation recently donated to support the NAFOA Institute fall 2022 and 2023 programs. The NAFOA Institute aims to facilitate a lifetime of learning starting from youth and early career, to mid-career specialization, and executive leadership training. Developing the next generation of Native American financial leaders requires sustained
Earlier this week, the Senate passed H.R. 2930, Safeguard Tribal Objects of Patrimony Act of 2021. The legislation prohibits the exportation of Native American cultural items and archaeological resources that were illegally obtained; provides for the return of such items, including voluntary returns; and establishes and increases related criminal penalties. The