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SUMMARY:Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) Tribal Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:If your Tribe or TDHE needs assistance with compliance or reporting\, or would like to talk through program implementation\, Treasury hosts weekly HAF Tribal office hours on Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. ET – registration link.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/homeowner-assistance-fund-haf-tribal-office-hours/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Housing,Treasury Department
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SUMMARY:2026 USET and USET SPF Impact Week Board of Directors Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Dissimilar to many other Tribal/Native organizational meetings and conferences held across Indian Country\, the USET and USET SPF Impact Week and Annual Meetings are Board of Directors meeting convenings and are not open for general\, public registration. Anyone who is not representing a member Tribal Nation would need an invitation from the organization and/or a member Tribal Nation in order to attend and participate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHotel Information\n\n\n\nCrystal Gateway Marriott1700 Richmond HighwayArlington\, Virginia 22202 \n\n\n\nClick here to book your hotel room.  \n\n\n\nYou can also call 1-800-393-3680 to book your hotel room. \n\n\n\nAdditional hotels in the area include: \n\n\n\n\nAC Hotel Arlington National Landing (formerly the Crystal City Marriott)\n\n\n\nThe Westin Crystal City Reagan National Airport\n\n\n\nRenaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel\n\n\n\nResidence Inn by Marriott Arlington Capital View\n\n\n\nCourtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National Airport\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegistration is open.  \n\n\n\nAll attendees are strongly encouraged to register in advance. \n\n\n\nThe early bird registration fee is $300 for USET committee members and general attendees.The registration fee increases to $350 on February 6\, 2026. \n\n\n\nCancellation and Substitution Information\n\n\n\nCancellations made prior to February 6\, 2026\, will receive a refund of the registration\, less a $50 processing fee. For cancellations on or after February 6\, 2026\, written notification must be received by USET and there will be no refunds. \n\n\n\nSubstitutions can be made by submitting information to the USET office. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBoard of Directors Agenda\n\n\n\nThe draft Board of Directors agenda is now available. \n\n\n\nPlease note that our USET/USET SPF 2026 Impact Week Meetings are scheduled when the Senate is in session\, but the House of Representatives is not. Due to the advanced venue contract timeline\, we have to select our event dates before Congress releases their calendars. We appreciate your understanding. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommittee Agendas\n\n\n\n\nCulture and Heritage\n\n\n\nEconomic Development and Entrepreneurship\n\n\n\nEducation\n\n\n\nHealth\n\n\n\nHomeland Security and Emergency Services\n\n\n\nHousing\n\n\n\nNatural Resources\n\n\n\nSocial Services\n\n\n\nTransportation\n\n\n\nTribal Administration\n\n\n\nTribal Justice – not meeting\n\n\n\nVeterans\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nResolutions\n\n\n\nPlease submit resolutions to Liz Malerba at lmalerba@usetinc.org by February 16\, 2026. Late resolutions may not be considered. \n\n\n\nDraft resolutions submitted after the deadline are only eligible for consideration at the authorization of the USET SPF Executive Officers Committee (EOC) if: (1) the resolution addresses an emergency\, an issue that was not known before the deadline\, or for other good cause; and (2) the EOC\, at its discretion\, agrees to consider the resolution. Emergency resolutions must be received by 5:00 pm local time during the first day of the USET SPF meeting. Otherwise\, they will not be considered. \n\n\n\n\nUSET Resolution Template for 2026 Impact Week Meeting\n\n\n\nUSET SPF Resolution Template for 2026 Impact Week Meeting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVendors and Artisans\n\n\n\nVendors can reserve a booth at $850/per booth. Vendors need to register for the meeting to reserve their booth.Artisans can reserve a table at $100/per table. Artisans need to register for the meeting to reserve their table.   \n\n\n\nEvent Schedule\n\n\n\nSet up time each day: 7:00 am – 8:00 am \n\n\n\nVendor/Artisan Hours\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, March 9\, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\, Welcome Reception 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Optional)\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 10\, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 11\, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 12\, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm (Must be moved out by no later than 2:00 pm.)\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Destiny Smith\, USET Employee Relations & Personnel Management Assistant\, at dsmith@usetinc.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting App\n\n\n\nUse the USET/USET SPF Events app to stay up to date with the latest news and announcements\, create your personal schedule\, view all agendas\, and connect with attendees. \n\n\n\nThe Impact Week event will be available in the app the week before the Meeting. \n\n\n\n\nOpen the app in Google Play\n\n\n\nOpen the app in the Apple Store\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSafe Public Health Practices Policy for All USET/USET SPF Meetings\n\n\n\nUSET/USET SPF remains committed to fostering safe and healthy environments for all members\, staff\, and event attendees by applying general public health best practices. The USET Tribal Epidemiology Center (USET TEC) is a designated public health authority and encourages all attendees to adopt general health measures to protect themselves and others\, such as: \n\n\n\n\nStaying home when feeling unwell.\n\n\n\nWashing hands frequently and thoroughly.\n\n\n\nPracticing respiratory etiquette (e.g.\, covering coughs and sneezes).\n\n\n\nRemaining aware of potential health risks and staying informed about public health updates.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/2026-uset-and-uset-spf-impact-week-board-of-directors-meetings/
LOCATION:Crystal Gateway Marriott\, 1700 Richmond Highway\, Arlington\, VA\, 22202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture and Heritage,Economic Development,Education,Health,Homeland Security and Emergency Services,Housing,Natural Resources,Social Services,Transportation,Tribal Administration,Tribal Justice,USET/USET SPF Events,Veterans
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SUMMARY:Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) Tribal Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:If your Tribe or TDHE needs assistance with compliance or reporting\, or would like to talk through program implementation\, Treasury hosts weekly HAF Tribal office hours on Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. ET – registration link.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/homeowner-assistance-fund-haf-tribal-office-hours/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Housing,Treasury Department
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SUMMARY:Methamphetamine in Tribal Housing: Practical\, Cost-Effective Approaches
DESCRIPTION:This training provides Tribal Housing Development Entities (TDHEs) with effective\, evidence-informed strategies for tackling methamphetamine contamination in tribal housing. Discover how to revise policies by implementing public health-oriented best practices that can reduce costs\, prevent unnecessary evictions\, accelerate unit turnover\, and safeguard community health.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/methamphetamine-in-tribal-housing-practical-cost-effective-approaches/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Housing and Urban Development (HUD),Housing
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SUMMARY:NAHASDA Reauthorization Act of 2026 — Tribal Leader Briefing Session
DESCRIPTION:Tribal Leaders\, partner organizations\, and congressional staff are invited to participate in a briefing session on the NAHASDA Modernization Act of 2026. \n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, March 18\, 2026 \n\n\n\nWhere: Dirksen Senate Office Building\, Room 628 \n\n\n\nNAHASDA is the backbone of federal housing legislation for Indian Country — yet for over a decade\, it remains unauthorized. With the NAHASDA Modernization Act of 2026 now before Congress\, there is a narrow and critical window to secure passage. This briefing brings Tribal leaders directly to Capitol Hill to hear from Committee Staff\, key congressional Members\, ask questions\, and demonstrate unified Indian Country support at a pivotal moment in the legislative process. \n\n\n\nAgenda: \n\n\n\n\n9:00 a.m. Briefing Starts\n\n\n\n9:00 a.m. Short remarks from Rep. Downing\n\n\n\n9:15 a.m. Short Remarks from NCAI and NAIHC\n\n\n\n9:30 a.m. Start Staff panel walking through bill\n\n\n\n10:15 a.m. Q&A\n\n\n\n10:30 a.m. Close Briefing\n\n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be served for attendees.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/nahasda-reauthorization-act-of-2026-tribal-leader-briefing-session/
CATEGORIES:Housing,Tribal Organization Events
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SUMMARY:Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) Tribal Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:If your Tribe or TDHE needs assistance with compliance or reporting\, or would like to talk through program implementation\, Treasury hosts weekly HAF Tribal office hours on Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. ET – registration link.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/homeowner-assistance-fund-haf-tribal-office-hours/2026-03-18/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Housing,Treasury Department
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T235959
DTSTAMP:20260316T185715Z
CREATED:20260316T185707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185715Z
UID:10004034-1774310400-1774483199@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Tribal Housing Board of Commissioners
DESCRIPTION:The Board of Commissioners Virtual Training provides Tribal Housing Board members with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively oversee Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs) under NAHASDA. This course covers NAHASDA regulations\, board governance\, fiscal management\, program compliance\, and major funding programs such as IHBG\, ICDBG\, and Section 184. Participants learn how to safeguard fiscal integrity\, develop Indian Housing Plans\, and support homeownership and economic development. Real-world case studies and guidance on tribal consultation strengthen decision-making and help board members advance affordable housing goals in their communities.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-housing-board-of-commissioners/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Housing and Urban Development (HUD),Housing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T150000
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UID:10003948-1774450800-1774450800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) Tribal Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:If your Tribe or TDHE needs assistance with compliance or reporting\, or would like to talk through program implementation\, Treasury hosts weekly HAF Tribal office hours on Wednesdays at 3:00 p.m. ET – registration link.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/homeowner-assistance-fund-haf-tribal-office-hours/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Housing,Treasury Department
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