United South & Eastern Tribes

IHS Consultation on Proposed $250 Million Opioid Response Supplemental Funding Request
2024-02-01 15:30 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Event
The Indian Health Service (IHS) has announced it is initiating consultation on President Biden’s domestic supplemental funding request, which would provide $250 million to the IHS to address the ongoing opioid and fentanyl crises. The funding request has not been taken up by Congress yet, but the IHS is holding consultation in order to efficiently allocate the funds if they are enacted. USET SPF stated our support for these supplemental funds in our testimony for the record for the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs’ (SCIA) hearing on fentanyl in Tribal communities.
IHS will hold the consultation on February 1, 2024 from 4:30 – 6:30 pm EST. Interested participants may join using this link. The IHS will accept written comments on this topic until March 4, 2024. Additional information can be found in the Dear Tribal Leader Letter.

IRS Office Hours to assist with IRS Energy Credits Online Registration Process
2024-02-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
The IRS is hosting upcoming office hours that are available for all direct pay applicable entities. This is to assist with the IRS Energy Credits Online pre-filing registration process. Upcoming office hours and links to register are below:

DATE
TIME
Registration Link

January 16, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

January 19, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

January 23, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

January 26, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

January 30, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

February 2, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

February 6, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

February 9, 2024
1-2 PM EST
Register Here

To receive any future announcements on IRS office hours, and for updates on direct pay generally, sign up at IRS.gov/newsroom/e-news-subscriptions by scrolling down to the “Tax exempt & government entities” category. As a reminder, IRS has detailed resources to help you navigate the pre-filing registration process from start to finish, including this how-to video and this comprehensive user guide.
Visit IRS.gov/ElectivePay to explore a series of educational one-pagers for each direct pay applicable entity, a list of applicable tax credits, and an extensive list of FAQs. You can find even more information and the latest guidance related to the Inflation Reduction Act’s tax provisions generally on IRS.gov/CleanEnergy.
To learn more about the Inflation Reduction Act and its clean energy, climate mitigation and resilience, agriculture, and conservation-related investment programs, explore the Inflation Reduction Act Guidebook or visit IRS.gov/CleanEnergy.

NAFAO Webinar on Pre-filing Registration Process for Elective Payment
2024-02-05 12:00 | Virtual Event
February 5 at 1:00 pm
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NAFOA and the U.S. Department of the Treasury are partnering for a webinar to present essential information about pre-filing registration for applicable entities and eligible taxpayers to take advantage of elective payment or transfer of credits available in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) and Science Act. With introductions from Treasurer Malerba, Treasury officials Krishna Vallabhaneni and Rachel McCleery will cover what tribes and energy developers need to know. After the presentation, there will be time for audience questions to address any inquiries about the new portal.

DOJ Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation (CTAS) Webinars
2024-02-06 12:00, 2024-02-08 12:00, 2024-02-13 12:00, 2024-02-20 12:00 | Virtual Event
CTAS Overview
Thursday, January 18, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_83tJlRfTQWeq3t8GAhFClg
FY 2024 Updates: Just Grants and Submitting an Application
Tuesday, January 23, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Bi6b4I_qTSqz4lKKHNYxqQ
Budget Development
Wednesday, January 24, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_26VUg8mNShSIKmSvfqo4aw
Tips for Successful Applications for Alaska & Rural Communities
Thursday, January 25, 2024 | 2:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ROgm-FjRSjWCpRczyL8L2w
Purpose Area 1 (COPS) | PA1 Fact Sheet Tuesday, January 30, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nxm0PKtUSWG75zKnhE515Q
Purpose Areas 2, 3, & 4 (BJA) | PA 2 Fact Sheet | PA 3 Fact Sheet | PA 4 Fact Sheet
Wednesday, January 31, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HkRkRFv4R66musX-0K1JMA
Purpose Area 6 (OVC) | PA 6 Fact Sheet
Thursday, February 1, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VPUg6QvnRk6_Q6Dtojes4g
Purpose Areas 8 & 9 (OJJDP) | PA 8 Fact Sheet | PA 9 Fact Sheet
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5vvcv4VjQ2-7dgra1PU24g
Budget Worksheet Completion
Thursday, February 8, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ruUeOS_2SbySl-zOuXkHiQ
Application Checklist Review
Tuesday, February 13, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PVY2vsWPRnG_FJfy6YWTGA
FY 2024 CTAS JustGrants Final Upload Q&A
Tuesday, February 20, 2024 | 1:00 PM EST
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4MwEWAVZTtC8xR7ekL5YCg
Accessing Grants Workshop Recorded
November 8-9, 2022
Workshop Link: www.ncjtc.org/accessgrantsworkshop

Indian Business Incubators: From Start to Finish, Analyzing Tribal Business
2024-02-06 14:00 - 15:30 | Virtual Event
The Office of Indian Economic Development (OIED), Division of Economic Development (DED) invites you to a webinar on Tuesday, February 6 from 3:00-4:30 p.m. EST titled, “Indian Business Incubators: From Start to Finish, Analyzing Tribal Business.” Join industry experts for a discussion on best practices and strategies for Tribal business development, entrepreneurship, as well as incubation planning and preparation.

HHS Tribal Consultation on Draft Tribal and Tribal Epidemiology Center Data Access Policy
2024-02-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
Dear Tribal Leader Letter
Draft HHS TTDA Policy
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) invites Tribal leader feedback and recommendations on its draft HHS Tribal and Tribal Epidemiology Center Data Access (TTDA) Policy . The policy outlines the types of data to be made available to Tribes and Tribal Epidemiology Centers (TECs) acting in their capacities as public health authorities. It also serves to establish HHS-wide expectations for Divisions responding to Tribal and TEC data requests covered by the policy, including through the development of Division-specific implementation protocols.
The draft TTDA Policy was developed based on extensive Tribal input received during HHS consultations held in October 2022, as well as internal analyses of Division data system requirements and legal considerations. Feedback provided by Tribal leaders on the enclosed draft policy will assist in the preparation of the final policy later this year. Comments are welcome on all aspects of the draft policy. HHS is also specifically requesting Tribal feedback on a series of questions posed in its Dear Tribal Leader Letter announcing the consultation.
HHS invites Tribal leaders to the following opportunities to provide input and feedback on the draft policy.
Virtual Consultation:
Date: February 6, 2024
Time: 3:00 – 5:00 PM EST
Call-In: 669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161-416-1119
ZoomGov Registration:
https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsc-iurzorE5MWGjSDXfNG0spDpVXEm9o (-> click.connect.hhs.gov)
Written Comment Period:
Written comments are requested by March 5, 2024. Please send comments via one of the following methods:
Email: consultation@hhs.gov
Subject Line: HHS Tribal Data Policy
Postal Mail: Acting Director Jess Smith
Office of Intergovernmental and External Affairs
Hubert Humphrey Building
200 Independence Ave. SW
Mail Stop: 620E
Washington, DC 20201

FCC Office Hours to submit challenges to National Broadband Map
2024-02-06 15:00 - 16:30, 2024-02-13 15:00 - 16:30, 2024-02-20 15:00 - 16:30 | Virtual Event
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. Tribal governments, ISPs, consumers, and other stakeholders can help verify the accuracy of the data shown on the map by filing challenges.
To assist Tribal entities with submitting challenges, the FCC will host four Office Hours sessions throughout February. You may register to attend one or more of these sessions by emailing Tribal.Events@fcc.gov.

Tuesday February 6, 2024, 4-5:30 p.m. EST – Availability Challenges
Tuesday February 13, 2024, 4-5:30 p.m. EST – Fabric Location Challenges
Tuesday February 20, 2024, 4-5:30 p.m. EST – Availability Challenges
Tuesday February 27, 2024, 4-5:30 p.m. EST – Fabric Location Challenges

FCC staff will offer tips and guidance on submitting each type of challenge and will be available to answer questions and offer hands-on support.
The linked “Starter Guides” provide step-by-step instructions for filing bulk challenges, including links to other relevant resources.

Submitting Bulk Fixed Availability Challenge Data: https://www.fcc.gov/sites/default/files/Availabiltiy-Challenge-Starter-Kit.pdf
Submitting Bulk Fabric Location Challenge Data: https://www.fcc.gov/sites/default/files/Fabric-Challenge-Starter-Kit.pdf

You can learn more about the National Broadband Map and the FCC’s Broadband Data Collection by visiting: www.fcc.gov/broadbanddata. If you have any questions or would like to request technical assistance, contact Native@fcc.gov.

Indian School Equalization Program Tribal Listening Session
2024-02-07 14:00 - 16:00
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 is required to convene regional meetings to consult with educators at BIE-operated schools and Tribal officials, parents, teachers, administrators, and school board members of Tribes served by BIE-funded schools to provide guidance to BIE on revisions to the regulations. These sessions, along with the previously held sessions, serve that purpose.
Wednesday, January 17 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Mountain
Virtual Session
Register
Wednesday, February 7 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Mountain
Gila River Resorts and Casinos
Room: Acacia CD
5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd.
Chandler, AZ 85226
Wednesday, March 6 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Central
Rushmore Hotel and Suites
Room: Roosevelt/Lincoln
445 Mt Rushmore Rd.
Rapid City, SD 57701
For additional details, please visit our BIE Consultation & Initiatives webpage at: www.bie.edu/landing-page/consultations-initiatives.
WRITTEN COMMENTS: Your written comments are welcomed on the ISEP and ISEP Transportation program by the extended comment deadline of March 31, 2024.
Please E-MAIL your comments to: consultation@bia.gov – SUBJECT LINE: ISEP and ISEP Transportation regulations.

Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer: Health Information Technology Modernization Enterprise Collaboration Group
2024-02-08 12:30 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
February 8 at 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern
Meeting Registration Link

USDOT Webinar: Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Program - Supplemental Planning and Demonstration Activities
2024-02-08 12:30 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Program – Supplemental Planning and Demonstration Activities
This webinar will offer a general overview of the SS4A program and the grant application process, with a particular focus on applying for funding for supplemental planning and demonstration activities.
Friday, March 8, 1:30-3:00 p.m. (ET)
Register to attend the March 8 webinar.

USDA | Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Tribal Workshop
2024-02-12 12:00 | Virtual Event
February 12 at 1:00 pm Eastern
Register
Meeting ID: 161803481
Name of Meeting: CWD Tribal Workshop
Meeting Password: [REDACTED]
Dial-in information: +1 669-254-5252 US or +1 646-828-7666 US
Web Join URL: https://coreshield.zoomgov.com/wc/join/1610171668?pwd=[REDACTED]
Zoom Join URL: https://coreshield.zoomgov.com/j/1610171668?pwd=[REDACTED]
Key Topics of Discussion:

CWD Funding Opportunity Priorities
Discussion of Work-plan & Budget
CWD Management for Tribal Nations

For more information contact Denise Salvetti at dense.salvetti@usda.gov.

USDOT Webinar: Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Program - Implementation Grants
2024-02-13 12:30 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Program – Implementation Grants
This webinar will offer a general overview of the SS4A program and the grant application process, with a particular focus on applying for Implementation Grants.
Wednesday, March 13, 1:30-3:00 p.m. (ET)
Register to attend the March 13 webinar.

DOT Navigator Webinar
2024-02-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
February 14 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Eastern
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USDOT continues its popular DOT Navigator webinar series designed to help potential grant applicants and stakeholders develop strong proposals. Join them on February 14 at 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET to hear from Deputy Secretary Polly Trottenberg and other USDOT leaders on new electric vehicle grant opportunities and technical assistance resources. The strongest grant applications are for projects that can comfortably be completed within a program’s statutory deadlines. This webinar will explore the ways that DOT evaluates “Project Readiness” in grant applications, and steps project sponsors can take to enable them to be well positioned to receive federal funding. This includes a spotlight on federal environmental and other transportation planning requirements. Staff from the Office of the Secretary will provide an overview of the basics of environmental reviews for electric vehicle (EV) charging projects, resources to help streamline the process, and a spotlight of key EV grant opportunities. They will discuss the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Categorical Exclusion that DOT has formally borrowed from the Department of Energy, the exemption from historical resource reviews under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, and bundling Categorical Exclusion documentation. Finally, Federal Transit Administration (FTA) staff will discuss the FY2024 Low or No Emission Grant Program that provides discretionary grant funding to state and local governmental authorities for the purchase or lease of zero-emission and low-emission transit buses as well as acquisition, construction, and leasing of required supporting facilities. Register here to attend the webinar!

Monthly CDFI Certification Conference Calls
2024-02-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
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 and dial in the numeric Participant Passcode [REDACTED]. No prior registration is necessary. Please note the dial in process is automated. The conference call will have a moderator to direct the Q&As. Please note all call are Eastern Time (ET).
CDFI Certification Conference Call Schedule

Thursday, February 15, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, March 21, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, April 18, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, May 16, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, June 20, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, July 18, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, August 15, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, September 19, 2024 – 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
Thursday, October 17, 2024 – 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm ET
Thursday, November 21, 2024 – 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm ET
Thursday, December 19, 2024 – 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm ET

CDFI CONTACT INFORMATION

Have questions/concerns about CDFI Certification?
OCPE Helpdesk
Email: OCPECert@cdfi.treas.gov
Phone: (202) 653-0423
IT Helpdesk
Email: ithelpdesk@cdfi.treas.gov
Phone: (202) 653-0300

DHS Consultation on Draft Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act Nationwide Programmatic Agreement for Climate Resiliency and Sustainability Projects at DHS-owned Facilities
2024-02-15 14:00 - 15:30, 2024-02-16 12:30 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
On September 13, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS or Department) sent an invitation to consult to Tribal Nations on the development of a Program Alternative to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act pursuant to 36 C.F.R. 800.14, for certain undertakings to enhance climate resiliency and sustainability, reduce energy and water consumption, and increase use of renewable energy at DHS owned facilities. They held two information and listening sessions for Tribal Nations on October 18, 2023, where 45 Tribal Nations, Alaskan Native Corporations, and non-governmental organizations engaged in dialogue with Departmental historic preservation staff. During the 75-day public comment period that closed December 1, 2023, we received comments from five (5) Tribal Nations.
Based on comments received, DHS has revised its draft nationwide programmatic agreement and they invite your Tribal Nation to consult at the following consultation meeting via Microsoft Teams for the following dates and times:

February 15, 2024 – 3:00-4:30pm, Eastern Time
Microsoft Teams – Click here to join the meeting
Meeting ID: 249 221 939 001 Passcode: [REDACTED]
Call-in (audio only): +1 202-516-6093,,946944557#
February 16, 2024 – 1:30-3:00pm, Eastern Time
Microsoft Teams – Click here to join the meeting
Meeting ID: 274 705 618 53 Passcode: [REDACTED]
Call-in (audio only): +1 202-516-6093,,543488495#

Additionally, they request written comments on the revised draft Nationwide Programmatic Agreement be provided by February 27, 2024, via email at sep-ephp@hq.dhs.gov. The red line and clean versions of the document are below as is the comment matrix containing comments received and DHS’s response.

DRAFT – DHS nPA for Resilience and Sustainability – 1.3.2024 RED LINE.docx
Draft NPA Comments and Info.Listening Sessions – 1.3.2024.xlsx
DHS DRAFT nPA for Resilience and Sustainability – DTLL-2 01172024.pdf
DHS DRAFT nPA for Resilience and Sustainability – DTLL-1 09132023.pdf
DRAFT – DHS nPA for Resilience and Sustainability – 1.3.2024 CLEAN.docx

IHS TSGAC and DOI SGAC Meetings
2024-02-20 - 2024-02-21 | Embassy Suites Washington DC, 900 10th St NEW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
February 20 (full day) – February 21, 2024 (AM) – DOI SGAC
February 21 (PM) – February 22, 2024 (full day) – IHS TSGAC
All meetings will convene in Washington, D.C., at the Embassy Suites Washington DC Convention Center (900 10th St NW).
Room block information will be shared in advance of each meeting.

27th Biannual CDC/ATSDR Tribal Advisory Committee (TAC) Meeting
2024-02-21 - 2024-02-24
February 21-22, 2024
Virtually and at the CDC Headquarters in Atlanta
Register
This meeting will provide opportunities for TAC members to engage with CDC leadership. CDC relies on the TAC to identify immediate and emerging public health issues in Indian Country. The topics will include but are not limited to, tribal priorities for CDC/ATSDR and CDC programmatic highlights. The meeting agenda will be available on the CDC/ATSDR TAC Meeting webpage in the Winter of 2023.
For more information about the meeting, please contact the Office of Tribal Affairs and Strategic Alliances at TribalSupport@cdc.gov or 404-498-0300.

US Army Corps of Engineers Public Virtual Meeting on Rescinding Appendix C
2024-02-22 12:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
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 long time coming. NATHPO has been working diligently with THPOs and allied organizations to advocate for this change.
The Corps of Engineers will be holding two virtual meetings to discuss this proposal, one open to the public on February 22 and a second for Tribal Nations on March 21. The Zoom information for those sessions is below. Additionally, comments on this proposal are due April 9, 2024. NATHPO will be preparing a comment letter, which we will share with you when it’s ready. NATHPO will also be hosting a webinar for THPOs and Tribal representatives to talk through these proposed changes and hear questions and your concerns directly. We will share the details of that webinar as soon as they are finalized.
Appendix C Virtual Meeting Information:
Public Virtual Meeting on February 22, 2024 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST
Webinar Link: https://www.zoomgov.com/s/1611505118
Call-in Information:
Phone Number: 669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 272 1966
Tribal Virtual Meeting on March 21, 2024 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm EDT
Webinar Link: https://www.zoomgov.com/s/1612721966
Call-in Information:
Phone Number: 669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 272 1966

USDA Tribal Advisory Committee Meeting
2024-02-23 11:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Event
Friday, February 23 at 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm Eastern/Public Comment Period: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Eastern
Virtual Registration: https://bit.ly/​496VJSZ
USDA invite you sand your staff to register for this event and help inform Tribal Advisory Committee deliberations in the designated public comment period. Since this is the first meeting, much of the discussion will lay the groundwork for how the Committee will function moving forward.
More information including the agenda will be available on the USDA Office of Tribal Relations website at https://www.usda.gov/tribalrelations/advisory-committee.
If you have any questions about this meeting or the Tribal Advisory Committee, please contact Josiah Griffin, Designated Federal Officer, at Josiah.Griffin@usda.gov.

DOI Listening Session on Climate Adaptation Plan
2024-02-26 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
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 you to participate in listening sessions regarding the Department’s planned update to its Climate Adaptation Plan. This update would succeed the existing Climate Action Plan, issued on October 7, 2021, and fulfill direction laid out in section 211 of Executive Order 14008, “Tackling the Climate Crisis at Home and Abroad;” section 5(d) of E.O. 14030, “Climate-Related Financial Risk;” and section 503 of E.O.14057, “Catalyzing Clean Energy Industries And Jobs Through Federal Sustainability.”
The update, renamed to “Climate Adaptation Plan” (CAP), is expected to evaluate exposure to climate hazards and drivers of change across the full suite of DOI buildings and employees, and to the lands, waters, and cultural and natural resources it is responsible for stewarding. The CAP will also outline actions to address the threats these exposures present—through investments and changes to policy, budgeting, grant funding, and training.
Interior is working with Tribal Nations and Alaska Natives, as well as the Native Hawaiian Community and Indigenous people of the U.S. Territories, on a range of climate adaptation and resilience efforts. The Department also recognizes that Tribal Nations and Alaska Natives have shared input during recent consultations that can inform the development of the CAP. Interior will reference this input and incorporate it into the development of this plan.
The Department is seeking your input on several topics related to the potential content of the CAP, including:

What data and knowledge sources should we consider as we assess climate risk?
Recognizing that all lands, waters, and those who inhabit them are important, are there particular Interior-managed resources that hold special significance for Tribal Nations and/or Alaska Natives and should be considered for prioritization in climate adaptation planning?
How can the Department address exposure to climate hazards for these resources that hold special cultural or natural significance?
How can the Department incorporate climate resilience and accessibility for Tribal communities into its grants and funding opportunities?
What barriers prevent the implementation of climate adaptation and resilience efforts on Tribal lands and in Tribal communities?

The Office of Policy Analysis will conduct four Tribal listening sessions listed below and will accept oral and written comments. Please register in advance for any listening session you plan to attend. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Please note that these Tribal listening sessions will be closed to the press and the public to protect confidential information that may be discussed during the sessions.
The Department welcomes your written comments, which should be submitted by email to
ryan_richards@ios.doi.gov by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on March 30, 2024. If you have any
questions, please contact Ryan Richards at ryan_richards@ios.doi.gov.

2024 DOE Tribal Clean Energy Summit
2024-02-27 - 2024-02-28 | Pechanga Resort Casino, Temecula, CA, United States
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 details.
