Trainer urges youth‑justice workers to partner with tribes, follow ICWA protocols Kim Mettler of the Association on American Indian Affairs told webinar attendees that identifying Native youth and collaborating with their nations can reduce justice system disparities, and she outlined practical steps and directories for contacting tribes under ICWA.

Kim Mettler reveals that Native youth are disproportionately involved in the justice system, urging local agencies to collaborate with tribes to break this cycle of trauma and injustice.

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Committee reports four health bills out of committee; one item deferred The House Healthcare and Wellness Committee met in executive session and reported proposed substitutes or bills out of committee with 'do pass' recommendations on four bills (HB 1589, HB 2402, HB 2555, HB 2685); one bill (HB 2599) was deferred. Vote tallies and recorded member votes were announced for each item.

Four critical health bills have been greenlit by the House Healthcare and Wellness Committee, paving the way for major changes in healthcare policy!

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#WA #CitizenPortal #TribalCollaboration #PublicHealthAccountability #HealthCareReform

Mountlake Terrace adopts updated critical areas ordinance to align with state guidance The City Council adopted amendments to Chapter 16.15 that increase protections for wetlands, streams and critical aquifer recharge areas, add enforcement provisions and incorporate select recommendations from the Muckleshoot Tribe and state reviewers.

Mountlake Terrace is stepping up its environmental game by adopting a new ordinance that strengthens protections for crucial wetlands, streams, and aquifers!

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Montana Hearing Discusses Energy Initiatives for Indian Reservations and Economic Growth Lawmakers address energy needs crucial for economic development on Montana's Indian reservations.

The U.S. Senate is taking a bold step to tackle energy challenges on Indian reservations, with potential initiatives promising to transform lives and boost economic growth in Montana.

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#US #CitizenPortal #EconomicDevelopment #MontanaIndianReservations #TribalCollaboration

California Updates Compact with Palma Nation in Response to Legal Developments California amends gaming compact with Palma Nation to reflect modern legal standards.

California is taking a groundbreaking step by updating its gaming compact with the Palma Nation, moving closer to empowering the tribe and modernizing legal frameworks.

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#CA #LegalModernization #CitizenPortal #GamingReform #TribalCollaboration

Health Program Reforms Cut Fraudulent Spending and Enrollment for American Indian Health Program Reforms led to significant reductions in spending and enrollment in the American Indian Health Program.

Major reforms in Arizona are reshaping the American Indian Health Program, leading to a dramatic cut in fraudulent spending and enrollment!

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#AZ #CitizenPortal #ArizonaAmericanIndianHealth #HealthcareReform #FraudPrevention #TribalCollaboration

County Committee explores creating new water resource position to address environmental issues Committee discusses creating a dedicated water resource position to improve environmental management.

Clallam County is considering a new water resource position to tackle pressing environmental challenges and enhance collaboration with local tribes.

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Tlingit and Haida leader emphasizes kinship and community support among tribes and corporations Tribal leader discusses the importance of kinship and concurrent community care in Alaska.

A powerful call for unity emerged as Alaska Native tribes and corporations explore kinship and community care, challenging conventional political boundaries.

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Committee approves funding for domestic violence forensic exam pilot program Legislative committee passes $200,000 funding for new forensic medical exam initiative

North Dakota's House Appropriations Committee just approved $200,000 for vital forensic medical exams, but is it enough to tackle the rising tide of domestic violence?

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#ND #CitizenPortal #BudgetFlexibility #TribalCollaboration #ForensicExaminations #NorthDakotaDomesticViolence

Doctor Geneva Vicente discusses 520 Native American language certification program Doctor Vicente outlines the 520 certification for tribal language assessments and collaboration.

A groundbreaking initiative to preserve Native American languages has just been approved by the New Mexico Legislature, promising to empower tribes to shape their own cultural assessments.

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Representative Stearns proposes automatic voter registration for Native Americans Stearns introduces bill to facilitate automatic voter registration for eligible Native Americans.

A new bill in Washington aims to revolutionize voter registration for Native Americans, tackling a disheartening 16% turnout rate through automatic enrollment.

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#WA #CivicParticipation #VoterEngagement #TribalCollaboration #CitizenPortal

North Dakota officials address foster care challenges and push for adoption reforms State leaders focus on improving outcomes for children in foster care and adoption processes.

North Dakota leaders are tackling urgent challenges in the foster care system, revealing that over half of the 1,911 children in care are under seven, with a critical focus on improving adoption processes and supporting families.

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BLM faces scrutiny over new rules impacting multiple use of federal lands Federal officials emphasize the importance of multiple use on public lands for local economies.

Doug Burgum's nomination as Secretary of the Interior could reshape federal land management and energy policies—are we ready for the changes he envisions?

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