Trust Modernization

USET SPF continues to seek a modernized, 21st century relationship with the federal government. It is time for a new model that promotes a truly diplomatic, nation-to-nation relationship between the U.S. and Tribal Nations, and that empowers each Tribal Nation to define its own path. This mission should inform each action taken by this Administration affecting Tribal Nations. USET SPF is committed to working in partnership with all branches of government to achieve federal Indian policy reflective of the capabilities of 21st century Tribal Nations, as well as our inherent sovereignty and status as governments.

Broken Promises: Continuing Federal Funding Shortfall for Native Americans Report

Testimony

2023

• Testimony of the United South and Eastern Tribes Sovereignty Protection Fund For the Record of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Oversight Hearing on “Native Communities’ Priorities for the 118th Congress” - March 22, 2023

2020

• Testimony of Chief Kirk Francis, President United South and Eastern Tribes Sovereignty Protection Fund Before the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs For the Oversight Hearing, “From Languages to Homelands: Advancing Tribal Self-Governance and Cultural Sovereignty for Future Generations.” - December 9, 2020

Comments

2023

• USET SPF Letter to ASIA Newland re: Restrictive Settlement Acts - July 4, 2023
• USET SPF Comments to DOI and OPM re: Tribal Consultation Training for Federal Employees - May 17, 2023
• USET SPF Comments to OMB on Revising Statistical Policy Directive No. 15, Docket ID No. OMB-2023-0001-0001 - April 27, 2023

2022

• USET SPF Comments to WHCNAA re: TRR MOU – October 21, 2022
• USET SPF Submission to United Nations Special Rapporteur re: Freedom of Religion/Belief - July 11, 2022
• USET SPF Follow-up Comments on DOI FY22-26 Strategic Plan Framework - May 6, 2022

2021

• USET SPF Comments on DOI FY22-26 Strategic Plan Framework - November 19, 2021
• USET SPF Comments OMB FY23 Budget Request Consultation - October 4, 2021
• USET SPF Comments OMB FY22 Budget Request Consultation - July 23, 2021
• USET SPF Comments to OMB on Consultation – April 9, 2021

Letters

2023

• USET SPF Letter to President Biden re: WHTNS Recommendations - November 2, 2023

2021

• USET SPF Impact Week Follow-up Letter for Chair Schatz - July 12, 2021
• USET SPF Letter of Support for Lauren King as a Federal District Judge for the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington - June 4, 2021
• USET SPF Letter to Sec Haaland re WHCNAA - May 27, 2021

Joint Letters

2021

• USET SPF Joins Inter-Tribal Organization Letter to Congressional Leaders Re: Support for Legislation Authorizing the SBA Office of Native American Affairs - June 9, 2021

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