Samuel N. Penney, Chairman, Nez Perce Tribe
We are working toward expanding our solar capabilities. Our initial goal is to ensure that the tribe is self-sustaining. Our next goal is to be able to produce energy for the grid.
Rodney Butler, Chairman, Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation
The impact from the pandemic has been felt far and wide, and our nation will be in recovery for months if not years to come. In March, we closed our tribal government and Foxwoods Resort Casino for the first time ever since opening over 28 years ago.
W. Ron Allen, Tribal Chairman/CEO, Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe
As we move deeper into 2021, we find ourselves doing our part to defeat the pandemic and get back to normal. This current health care dilemma has been an adjustment for both our tribal governmental operation and our businesses.
Gary Batton, Chief, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
The greatest reward is seeing our tribal members enjoy all the benefits we can provide, especially in education, public safety, economic development and fostering of our culture.
Tribal Leader Roundtable: 2022 and Beyond
This month we spoke with five tribal leaders about current issues and opportunities, lessons from previous years that will help their...
Melvin J. Baker, Chairman, Southern Ute Indian Tribe
The Southern Ute Indian Tribe is looking forward to the summer season as we welcome visitors to the Sky Ute Casino Resort.
Chuck Hoskin, Jr., Principal Chief, Cherokee Nation
Cherokee Nation has remained steadfast in its efforts to prioritize the health and safety of its tribal citizens, team members and guests above all else. We’re working with our partners at the state and federal levels to help the communities within our reservation and build back the local economy.
Tribal Leader Roundtable: Spotlight on Oklahoma
This month, we spoke with four tribal leaders in Oklahoma about the greatest risks, challenges and rewards in 2022; how strong leadership...
Ken Choke, Chairman, Nisqually Indian Tribe
Through courses with the Emergency Management Institute and other opportunities through FEMA, we’ve been able to lay down the groundwork to assist our members during the COVID-19 situation.
Martin Harvier, President, Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
COVID-19 has impacted all aspects of the Community – everything from economic activity, community activity, to managing the public health crisis. Overall, there have been 23 deaths and nearly 588 individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Indian Affairs Holds Oversight Hearing on Water Access in Native Communities
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, and U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK),...
Interior Launches Effort To Preserve Federal Indian Boarding School Oral History
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Department of the Interior has announced the launch of an oral history project that will document and make accessible...
Four Choctaw Nation Members Named to 55 Over 55 Inspiring Oklahomans List
DURANT, OK – Four Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO) tribal members have recently been named to ION Oklahoma Magazine‘s “55 Over 55 Inspiring Oklahomans” list....
Interior Awards $19M Grant to Osage Nation for Orphaned Well Cleanup
PAWHUSKA, OK – The U.S. Department of the Interior’s Orphaned Wells Program Office has awarded the Osage Nation’s Office of Self-Governance two...