Dear Tribal Leader Letter February 26 at 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Eastern |Register February 27 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern | Register February 28 at 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Eastern | Register February 29 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern | Register The Department of the Interior (Interior, the Department) invites […]
February 27-28, 2024 Pechanga Resort Casino Temecula, CA Register now to reserve your spot at the Summit – early bird registration rates are extended through Jan. 31! Book hotel rooms by Feb. 2 for the group rate as rooms may sell out prior to that date. Stay tuned to the 2024 Summit event page for more […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter February 26 at 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Eastern |Register February 27 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern | Register February 28 at 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Eastern | Register February 29 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern | Register The Department of the Interior (Interior, the Department) invites […]
February 27 at 3:00 pm Eastern Dear Tribal Leader Letter Framing Paper Register FEMA will host a virtual tribal consultation with Tribal Nations to discuss the Individual Assistance (IA) Reform. The purpose of this consultation is to gather Tribal Nation’s feedback on the new IA Reform that will help inform the implementation of this rule, […]
The need for accurate data showing where broadband service is, and is not available, has never been greater. The National Broadband Map provides information about the internet services available to individual locations across the country, along with information about mobile coverage, as reported by Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in the FCC’s ongoing Broadband Data Collection. […]
The IRS is excited to offer additional office hours (through Microsoft Teams) to help entities with the pre-filing registration process on the new IRA/CHIPS Pre-filing Registration Tool. Pre-filing registration is a required step for applicable entities and eligible taxpayers to take advantage of elective payment or transfer of credits available in the Inflation Reduction Act […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter February 28 at 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Eastern (in conjunction with the National Indian Education Association’s (NIEA) 2024 Hill Week) Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington, DC Convention Center 900 10th Street NW Washington, DC 20002 The purpose of this listening session is to identify American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter February 26 at 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Eastern |Register February 27 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern | Register February 28 at 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Eastern | Register February 29 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern | Register The Department of the Interior (Interior, the Department) invites […]
Thursday, February 29 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Eastern Registration is free; all attendees must register. To register, please send an email message to Tribal.Events@fcc.gov with “Cybersecurity” in the Subject line. Please include the names and titles of anyone attending and include the Tribal affiliation. The FCC has invited leaders from all 574 federally […]
February 29 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register The U.S. Food and Drug Administration invites the National Indian Health Board and Area Indian Health Boards to participate in a call with the FDA’s Stakeholder Engagement Staff and Intergovernmental Affairs (IGA) to discuss the FDA’s efforts to address misinformation and vaccine hesitancy. The COVID-19 […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter February 26 at 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Eastern |Register February 27 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern | Register February 28 at 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Eastern | Register February 29 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern | Register The Department of the Interior (Interior, the Department) invites […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter The Office of Facilities, Property, and Safety Management will conduct two virtual listening sessions in March 2024, to improve the Indian Affairs methodology used to calculate facilities Operation and Maintenance funding allocations across all sites and buildings within the IA inventory. March 5 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Eastern Register […]
We are pleased to announce that the FCC Tribal Workshop to be hosted by the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana will be held on March 6, 2024. The event page (which will be updated with the agenda for this workshop) is here: https://www.fcc.gov/news-events/events/2024/03/fcc-tribal-workshop-marksville-la When: Wednesday, March 6, 2024 (all day). Where: Cultural and Educational Resources Center, […]
The Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) is holding a virtual information session on its approved strategy for "Improving Tribal and Urban Indian Organization (UIO) Access to Federal Resources During a Pandemic Response" on March 6 from 1:00 – 2:00pm EST. During the session, the Federal interagency Tribal Access Workgroup will provide an update […]
The IRS is excited to offer additional office hours (through Microsoft Teams) to help entities with the pre-filing registration process on the new IRA/CHIPS Pre-filing Registration Tool. Pre-filing registration is a required step for applicable entities and eligible taxpayers to take advantage of elective payment or transfer of credits available in the Inflation Reduction Act […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter The purpose of these listening sessions is to advise the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) on the need for possible revisions to 25 C.F.R. Part 39 – Indian School Equalization Program. Under 25 U.S.C. § 2018(a), prior to publishing any proposed regulations and prior to establishing a negotiated rulemaking committee, BIE […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter The Office of Facilities, Property, and Safety Management will conduct two virtual listening sessions in March 2024, to improve the Indian Affairs methodology used to calculate facilities Operation and Maintenance funding allocations across all sites and buildings within the IA inventory. March 5 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Eastern Register […]
Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Program - Action Plans This webinar will offer a general overview of the SS4A program and the grant application process, with a particular focus on applying for grants to develop an Action Plan. Thursday, March 7, 1:30-3:00 p.m. (ET) Register to attend the March 7 webinar.
Thursday, March 7 at 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Eastern Register The U.S. Department of the Treasury will host a Reporting Webinar for Tribal governments about the Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund (LATCF) program. During the session, Treasury will provide the following: Overview of LATCF Overview of compliance requirements Demonstration of the Treasury Reporting […]
The Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP) will host the 9th Annual Tribal Nations Training Week the week of March 9 - 16, 2024 on the CDP campus in Anniston, AL. CDP training is completely funded for state, local, Tribal, and territorial emergency responders to include roundtrip airfare, meals, lodging, training, and any equipment required during […]
March 13 at 1:00 pm Eastern The briefing will be streamed live on www.fcc.gov/live and recorded and archived for public viewing available at fcc.gov/acp. On March 4, 2024, the FCC issued a Public Notice (DA 24-23) confirming that absent additional funding from Congress, April 2024 is the last fully funded month for the Affordable Connectivity […]
The IRS is excited to offer additional office hours (through Microsoft Teams) to help entities with the pre-filing registration process on the new IRA/CHIPS Pre-filing Registration Tool. Pre-filing registration is a required step for applicable entities and eligible taxpayers to take advantage of elective payment or transfer of credits available in the Inflation Reduction Act […]
March 13 at 2:00 pm Central Register Presented by USDA Rural Development’s Rural Utilities Service, this webinar will provide an overview of the ReConnect Program, highlight resources, and key considerations for tribal applicants, and allow ample time for questions and answers. This webinar will include: A brief overview of the ReConnect Program A brief overview […]
FEMA is hosting a webinar and in-depth training to provide information, guidance, and answer questions on its official system of record for Public Assistance grant activities – Grants Manager and Grants Portal. The informational webinar will provide an overview and timeline of the decommissioning process of the agency’s Emergency Management Mission Integrated Environment (EMMIE) system, […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter The briefing call will focus on the Administration’s budget plan to bolster the level of resources needed for Indian Affairs’ mission of service to Tribes and support its role in strengthening the Federal Government’s nation-to-nation relationship with Tribes as well as its treaty and trust responsibilities. The President’s Budget supports an […]
March 14 at 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Central Register The DOE Office of Indian Energy will conduct an informational webinar on March14, 2024 (1:00-3:30 p.m. MT) to provide information on the Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) to potential applicants. In addition to describing the FOA, information will be provided on who is eligible to apply, […]
The National NAGPRA Program will host a series of 10 webinars on the new regulations on the third Friday of every month from 1pm to 2:30pm Eastern time. Registration is required, but the meeting information is always the same. Register once and attend any session. Mark your calendars and bring your questions. https://doitalent.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_lh7ZTDUUR3KuMODpLhqwPw January 19, 2024 […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter Project Plan and Report on Tribal Pension Issues March 19 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern Register The Report is a work product of the TTAC. It highlights issues that Tribal employers have raised under the Pension Protection Act of 2006 (PPA ‘06), including related provisions under section 414(d) of […]
FEMA is hosting a webinar and in-depth training to provide information, guidance, and answer questions on its official system of record for Public Assistance grant activities – Grants Manager and Grants Portal. The informational webinar will provide an overview and timeline of the decommissioning process of the agency’s Emergency Management Mission Integrated Environment (EMMIE) system, […]
The IRS is excited to offer additional office hours (through Microsoft Teams) to help entities with the pre-filing registration process on the new IRA/CHIPS Pre-filing Registration Tool. Pre-filing registration is a required step for applicable entities and eligible taxpayers to take advantage of elective payment or transfer of credits available in the Inflation Reduction Act […]
Dear Tribal Leader Letter March 20 at 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Zoom link
March 21 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Eastern Microsoft Teams Meeting link Proposal Template
the US Army Corps of Engineers formally proposed rescinding Appendix C of its regulatory program and instead following the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP)’s regulations for implementing the National Historic Preservation Act. You can view the proposal HERE. This would represent a big win for THPOs and Tribal Nations, one that has been a […]
The CDFI Fund conducts monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls which are intended to serve as a forum for potential CDFI Certification Applicants, Certified CDFIs, and other CDFI Certification stakeholders to ask questions and discuss CDFI Certification and the CDFI Certification process. Access InstructionsTo access conference calls participants need to call the toll-free number (800) 369-1639 […]
The VA is having a listening session to discuss issues affecting compliance with certain terms and conditions of grants made by the Veterans Cemetery Grants Program (VCGP) as well as proposed regulatory changes affecting Tribes. Section 2408 of Title 38, United States Code (U.S.C.) and implementing regulations in Part 39 of Title 38, Code of […]
March 26 at 10:00 am Eastern March 27 at 1:30 pm Eastern Register The Social Security Administration is hosting another training series following the published Tribal Benefits Coordinator Guide with lessons that build upon the prior session starting with SSA Benefits 101 in March. You may find the Dear Tribal Leader Letter here, which includes […]
The IRS is excited to offer additional office hours (through Microsoft Teams) to help entities with the pre-filing registration process on the new IRA/CHIPS Pre-filing Registration Tool. Pre-filing registration is a required step for applicable entities and eligible taxpayers to take advantage of elective payment or transfer of credits available in the Inflation Reduction Act […]
March 26 at 10:00 am Eastern March 27 at 1:30 pm Eastern Register The Social Security Administration is hosting another training series following the published Tribal Benefits Coordinator Guide with lessons that build upon the prior session starting with SSA Benefits 101 in March. You may find the Dear Tribal Leader Letter here, which includes […]
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service invites you to consult on the National Old Growth Amendment (NOGA). The Forest Service Washington Office will host multiple opportunities for collaboration and consultation throughout the NOGA process to incorporate Tribal government and ANC perspectives. We hope you or a member of your staff will be able to […]
Monday, April 1, 2:00 pm Eastern Register Thursday, April 4, 2:00 pm Eastern Register Friday, April 5, 2:00 pm Eastern Register GPD is continuing a series of webinars that began in 2021 with the goal of increasing transparency and ensuring stakeholders have the information they need to successfully submit their Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 THSGP […]
You are invited to attend two webinars for Tribal Nations on April 2 and 3, 2024, on FEMA’s “Achieving Equitable Recovery: A Post-Disaster Guide for Local Officials and Leaders” (Equity Guide). The purpose of these webinars is to share how the Equity Guide can serve as a tool and resource to assist Tribal Nations during […]
Tuesday, April 2 at 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Eastern Zoom link Thursday, April 4 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Zoom link In June 2021, Secretary Deb Haaland (Secretary) launched the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative (Initiative) at the U.S. Department of the Interior (Department) to highlight the troubled history of Federal Indian […]
You are invited to attend two webinars for Tribal Nations on April 2 and 3, 2024, on FEMA’s “Achieving Equitable Recovery: A Post-Disaster Guide for Local Officials and Leaders” (Equity Guide). The purpose of these webinars is to share how the Equity Guide can serve as a tool and resource to assist Tribal Nations during […]
April 3 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Eastern Register Presented by USDA Rural Development’s Rural Utilities Service (RUS), this AMA webinar will provide Tribal stakeholders an opportunity to ask questions directly to RUS staff about the ReConnect Program and requirements outlined in the recently published ReConnect Round 5 NOFO. There is no predefined presentation, […]
The IRS is excited to offer additional office hours (through Microsoft Teams) to help entities with the pre-filing registration process on the new IRA/CHIPS Pre-filing Registration Tool. Pre-filing registration is a required step for applicable entities and eligible taxpayers to take advantage of elective payment or transfer of credits available in the Inflation Reduction Act […]
Monday, April 1, 2:00 pm Eastern Register Thursday, April 4, 2:00 pm Eastern Register Friday, April 5, 2:00 pm Eastern Register GPD is continuing a series of webinars that began in 2021 with the goal of increasing transparency and ensuring stakeholders have the information they need to successfully submit their Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 THSGP […]
Tuesday, April 2 at 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Eastern Zoom link Thursday, April 4 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Eastern Zoom link In June 2021, Secretary Deb Haaland (Secretary) launched the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative (Initiative) at the U.S. Department of the Interior (Department) to highlight the troubled history of Federal Indian […]
Tribal consultation on Elective Pay and Certain Joint Ownership Arrangements will be held virtually on April 5, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Treasury will accept comments until May 10th, 2024, 11:59 p.m. Alaska Time. Read the Dear Tribal Leader Letter for the Tribal Consultation
Monday, April 1, 2:00 pm Eastern Register Thursday, April 4, 2:00 pm Eastern Register Friday, April 5, 2:00 pm Eastern Register GPD is continuing a series of webinars that began in 2021 with the goal of increasing transparency and ensuring stakeholders have the information they need to successfully submit their Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 THSGP […]