United South & Eastern Tribes

Using Your Tribal Data to Chart Your Future
2026-03-03 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Event
This webinar will provide Tribal leaders, tribal finance practitioners, Tribal government services staff, and Native organization leaders with the opportunity to learn how tribes are leveraging this unique data collaboration to advance their data practices. CICD staff will discuss the survey’s flexible design, provide an overview of data-security procedures, and share examples of the data analyses that participating tribes receive. Tribal leaders will share their perspectives on how Native nations can use survey results to advance their individual economic development goals.

Speakers will include:

First Assistant Chief Wayne Adkins (Chickahominy Indian Tribe), Chickahominy Indian Tribe

Phil Gover (Northern and Southern Paiute, Pawnee, and Comanche Nations), CICD, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

Casey Lozar (Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes), CICD, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

H Trostle (Cherokee Nation), CICD, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

Vice Chair Crystal Williams (Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana), Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana

Webinar: Addressing Veteran Substance Use
2026-03-03 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual Event
Promoting Recovery Through Collaboration and Compassion

Date: March 3, 2026Time: 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET

Substance use among Veterans and Service Members continues to be a critical behavioral health challenge that intersects with trauma, pain management, and the transition to civilian life. Veterans are at significantly higher risk of developing a substance use disorder (SUD) as compared to non-veterans. Veterans with SUD are also more likely to suffer from a mental illness or experience homelessness (Lloyd, Prakash, and Terplan, 2024). Federal, state and local agencies are continually working to reduce the prevalence of SUD among Service Members, Veterans and their families (SMVF).This webinar will explore evidence-informed strategies, emerging trends, and innovative models that support recovery and resilience among SMVF. Presenters will discuss the importance of coordinated care across systems including the Department of Veterans Affairs, state health authorities, and community-based organizations. The presenters will highlight programs that are improving access to effective substance use treatment and long-term recovery support.Join us for this conversation as we bring together leaders from the Department of Veterans Affairs, the SAFE Project, and the Oregon Health Authority to share practical tools, lessons learned, and resources for those working to address substance use and promote wellness across the military and Veteran continuum of care.This webinar will be followed by a learning community series exploring each of these topics in greater detail. If you are interested, you can get further information via upcoming issues of our monthly enewsletter, “Topics in the News” or from our Upcoming Events page.

Learning Objectives

Learn about federal and state resources that can enhance coordination of recovery services and community partnerships.

Understand current trends in substance use among Veterans and Service Members, including co-occurring mental health and trauma-related conditions.

Explore effective approaches and treatment models supported by VA, the SAFE Project, and state partners.

Clinical Operations Technical Assistance Office Hours with James Spillane
2026-03-04 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Event
The USET Office of Tribal Public Health (OTPH) will be holding regular virtual office hours with James Spillane and OTPH Data Improvement Staff to offer technical assistance on a variety of healthcare related topics. Please mark your calendars and feel free to drop by during these times.

When: The first and third Wednesday of every month at 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Central/12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Eastern

Who should attend: USET member Tribal Nation Health Directors and Clinical Staff

Learning objectives: These office hours are a great opportunity to discuss any questions, requests, or concerns you or your clinical staff may have regarding Social Determinants of Health, GPRA measures, EHR templates and reminders, RPMS, iCARE panels, workflow management, Patient-Centered Medical Home model and accreditation.

Registration is not required. Join via Zoom during any scheduled office hours.

Questions? Please contact Hailey Wade, USET OTPH Planning and Infrastructure Manager, at hwade@usetinc.org.

Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) Tribal Office Hours
2026-03-04 15:00, 2026-03-11 15:00, 2026-03-18 15:00 | Virtual Event
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.

2026 Tribal Community Resilience Webinar Series
2026-03-05 14:00 | Virtual Event
The 2025 Tribal Community Resilience Webinar series, which was co-hosted by the American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC), South Central Climate Adaptation Science Center, and Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center was so popular that the regional Tribal Community Resilience Liaisons have partnered to offer another series in 2026! This year’s series will explore how Tribal Nations, Native Villages, and Pueblos are responding to resilience challenges across the U.S.

Join for presentations and Q&A focusing on how Tribal Nations, Native Villages, and Pueblos are responding to resilience challenges across regions throughout the U.S.

Explore these topics on the following dates:

Thursday, March 5: Fire

Thursday, April 2: Resilient Infrastructure

Thursday, May 14: Water

Thursday, June 4: Forestry

Thursday, July 2: Fish & Wildlife

Thursday, August 6: Emergency Preparedness

Thursday, September 3: Food Security

For any questions, contact Anissa McKenna at amckenna@aihec.org.

2026 USET and USET SPF Impact Week Board of Directors Meetings
2026-03-09 00:00 - 2026-03-12 23:59 | Crystal Gateway Marriott, 1700 Richmond Highway, Arlington, VA, 22202, United States
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.

Hotel Information

Crystal Gateway Marriott1700 Richmond HighwayArlington, Virginia 22202

Click here to book your hotel room.

You can also call 1-800-393-3680 to book your hotel room.

Additional hotels in the area include:

AC Hotel Arlington National Landing (formerly the Crystal City Marriott)

The Westin Crystal City Reagan National Airport

Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel

Residence Inn by Marriott Arlington Capital View

Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National Airport

Registration

Registration is open.

All attendees are strongly encouraged to register in advance.

The early bird registration fee is $300 for USET committee members and general attendees.The registration fee increases to $350 on February 6, 2026.

Cancellation and Substitution Information

Cancellations 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.

Substitutions can be made by submitting information to the USET office.

Board of Directors Agenda

The draft Board of Directors agenda is now available.

Please 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.

Committee Agendas

Culture and Heritage

Economic Development and Entrepreneurship

Education

Health

Homeland Security and Emergency Services

Housing

Natural Resources

Social Services

Transportation

Tribal Administration

Tribal Justice – not meeting

Veterans

Resolutions

Please submit resolutions to Liz Malerba at lmalerba@usetinc.org by February 16, 2026. Late resolutions may not be considered.

Draft 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.

USET Resolution Template for 2026 Impact Week Meeting

USET SPF Resolution Template for 2026 Impact Week Meeting

Vendors and Artisans

Vendors 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.

Event Schedule

Set up time each day: 7:00 am – 8:00 am

Vendor/Artisan Hours

Monday, March 9, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Welcome Reception 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Optional)

Tuesday, March 10, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Wednesday, March 11, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Thursday, March 12, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm (Must be moved out by no later than 2:00 pm.)

Questions? Contact Destiny Smith, USET Employee Relations & Personnel Management Assistant, at dsmith@usetinc.org.

Meeting App

Use 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.

The Impact Week event will be available in the app the week before the Meeting.

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Safe Public Health Practices Policy for All USET/USET SPF Meetings

USET/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:

Staying home when feeling unwell.

Washing hands frequently and thoroughly.

Practicing respiratory etiquette (e.g., covering coughs and sneezes).

Remaining aware of potential health risks and staying informed about public health updates.

Violent Online Networks and Sadistic Online Exploitation: An Emerging Online Threat to Youth
2026-03-10 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual Event
Violent online networks are increasingly targeting vulnerable children and youth, coercing them into producing and sharing graphic content including gore, animal cruelty, self-harm, violence, and in some cases child sexual abuse material.This webinar equips professionals with critical insight into this emerging threat, specifically those working within and amongst our Indian Country vulnerable victims. This will also include offender dynamics, victim vulnerability, unique challenges, impacts on victims, forensic interviewing considerations, and strategies for addressing secondary traumatic stress for Multidisciplinary Team members working these cases all through the lenses of the unique considerations for IC professionals.The FBI is actively combatting Violent Online Networks (VON). These groups often promote sadistic online exploitation (SOE) and Nihilistic Violent Extremism (NVE). Members of these violent online networks methodically target the most vulnerable individuals and coerce them into producing violent and/or sexually explicit material. The FBI partners with organizations like the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) and various international task forces to investigate these crimes and prosecute offenders. The FBI has reported opening investigations into more than 350 individuals affiliated with VON associated predators who befriend minors or other vulnerable people and coerce them to create sexually explicit material and commit acts such as harming themselves or animals. All 56 FBI field offices have investigations into these violent networks with some investigations impacting Tribal communities. During this webinar, participants will learn about the increase in FBI reports of technology-facilitated victimization by violent VON groups, the unique characteristics of the cases and related considerations for forensic interviews, and strategies for addressing secondary traumatic stress for Multidisciplinary Teams providing services in these cases.This webinar is available to all federal, state, and tribal criminal justice and social services personnel as well as Tribal leaders and interested community stakeholders. There is no charge to attend the webinar. CLE will not be provided.

This training is a joint effort hosted by federal law enforcement agencies responding to violent crime in Indian Country. Sponsoring agencies include the U.S. Department of Justice’s National Indian Country Training Initiative, the United States Indian Police Academy, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the Department of the Interior’s Office of Law Enforcement and Security’s Victim Assistance Program.

The Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act
2026-03-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
U.S. Representative Sharice Davids (D-KS), an ardent champion for Native CDFIs, will join NCN on this webinar to share about the Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act (HR 7396) and how Native CDFIs and their partners can advance this to passage in the 119th Congress.

This bipartisan bill – which features two Democrat and two GOP co-sponsors – codifies in statute the Office of Native American Affairs (ONAA) within the Small Business Administration (SBA), which shall be responsible for building a working relationship with Indian Country “by targeting programs of the Administration relating to entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access” to (1) establish or expand small businesses owned and controlled by individual Native people, and (2) broadly promote economic development across Indian Country. The Act also mandates that ONAA be headed by an Assistant Administrator for Native American Affairs, who will report directly to the SBA Administrator with expanded ability to: provide support through grants, contracts, and technical assistance; conduct tribal consultations; utilize SBA’s entrepreneurial and contracting programs; and provide training for Indian Tribes, Alaska Native Corporations, and Native Hawaiian Organizations and small businesses owned and controlled by their members.

Office of Indian Energy Program Review Mini-Series: Alaska Energy Focus
2026-03-12 13:30 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
This webinar will detail the specific energy project challenges encountered and the innovative solutions implemented in two remote Alaskan villages– Kawerak and Igiugig. The experiences in these remote environments offer valuable insights into project execution and critical lessons learned. We will cover technical approaches, community engagement strategies, and the broader impacts of enhanced energy efficiency within these unique settings.

From Fire to Food: Tribal Climate Adaptation and Indigenous Food Sovereignty
2026-03-12 15:00 | Virtual Event
Tribal Nations across the United States are leading innovative, place-based approaches to climate adaptation that center Indigenous knowledge, cultural practices, and community health. This webinar looks at how managing wildfires, especially through cultural burning and climate-smart forestry, is being combined with Indigenous food sovereignty initiatives to strengthen resilience, protect ecosystems, and support community well-being. Drawing on real-world examples from Tribal Nations, Bill Tripp and Joe Hostler will examine how fire stewardship, land management, and food systems are interconnected and how these strategies contribute to emergency preparedness and long-term sustainability. The session will highlight practical lessons and opportunities for cross-sector or agency collaboration in climate adaptation and public health.

HHS Tribal Listening Session on Tribal Stockpiling
2026-03-13 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual Event
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that on March 13 it will host a virtual Tribal Listening Session to inform how HHS can more effectively support Tribal preparedness efforts through its Strategic National Stockpile.

The listening session will consider the following discussion topics:

Whether and how stockpile planning is occurring within your Tribal nation, including key characteristics of your approach (e.g. populations served, self-managed versus vendor-managed inventory).

Successes and challenges experienced in establishing and sustaining stockpiles of MCMs.

Partnerships or collaborations that are critical to the success of your stockpiling efforts.

Tools, resources, or technical assistance that would be most helpful from the federal government to support Tribal stockpiling efforts.

How would Tribes/Tribal Leaders/Tribal Organizations prioritize the tools, resources, or technical assistance identified?

The listening virtual Tribal Listening Session is on March 13, 2026, from 2:00 – 3:30 PM ET.

Tribal Consultation on Public Safety Legislative Proposals
2026-03-16 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-17 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-18 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-19 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
Dear Tribal Leader:

We are pleased to invite you to a government-to-government consultation with the Department of Justice regarding legislative proposals that address a range of public safety issues in Tribal communities. Please see the attached framing paper for more information about the proposed legislation.

The consultation discussions will be held virtually as follows:

Monday, March 16, 2026, 3-5 PM EST· Expand the Bureau of Prisons Tribal Prisoner Program· Remove Statute of Limitations for Second Degree Murder· Amend Tribal Law Enforcement Access to Firearms

Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 3-5 PM EST· Amend U.S. Marshals Service Authority to Execute Tribal Violent Felony Warrants· Amend Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution Statute

Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 3-5 PM EST· Establish a Felony Child Abuse and Neglect Statute· Extend Federal Criminal Jurisdiction Over Sexual Abuse Crimes Against Children in Alaska Native Villages· Amend the Stored Communications Act

Thursday, March 19, 2026, 3-5 PM EST· Expand Authority for the Entry of Domestic Violence Protection Orders· Amend Tribal Background Check Authorities· DOJ Training and Technical Assistance to InterTribal Consortia· Clarify Responsibility for NCIC Training for Law Enforcement Officers

Friday, March 20, 2026, 3-5 PM EST· Recap· Open discussion and opportunity to revisit any proposals

Please note that the consultation discussions will be closed to the press.

If you are interested in attending, please register by 5pm Eastern on March 13, 2026. We strongly encourage written comments, which will be accepted until April 20, 2026. Please submit comments by email to OTJ@usdoj.gov, or by mail to Office of Tribal Justice, U.S. Department of Justice, 950 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20530-0001.

If you have questions, have difficulty registering, or need any accommodations for the sessions, please contact the Office of Tribal Justice at OTJ@usdoj.gov. We hope you will be able to participate in this important government-to-government consultation.

Sincerely,Gina L. AlleryDirector

Contracts Training Course
2026-03-18 00:00 - 2026-03-19 23:59 | LA
This comprehensive two-day training program is designed specifically for tribal transportation professionals and provides in-depth instruction on federal construction contracting as it applies to tribal transportation programs. The course covers the full spectrum of contracting processes—from planning and procurement through construction administration, closeout, and maintenance—within the unique regulatory framework governing tribal transportation projects.

Participants will gain practical knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), the FHWA Federal Lands Highway Program, Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) transportation policies, 25 CFR Part 170 (Tribal Transportation Program regulations), 23 CFR (Federal Highway regulations), and the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) as they relate to transportation construction and professional services contracting. The training emphasizes real-world application through case studies, interactive exercises, sample contract documents, and group discussion.

This course aligns with FHWA Tribal Transportation Program (TTP) stewardship and oversight requirements and is intended to strengthen tribal capacity for managing federally funded transportation construction projects in compliance with applicable federal laws, regulations, and standards.

Methamphetamine in Tribal Housing: Practical, Cost-Effective Approaches
2026-03-18 00:00 - 2026-03-19 23:59 | Virtual Event
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.

NAHASDA Reauthorization Act of 2026 — Tribal Leader Briefing Session
2026-03-18 08:00 - 09:30 | LA
Tribal Leaders, partner organizations, and congressional staff are invited to participate in a briefing session on the NAHASDA Modernization Act of 2026.

When: Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Where: Dirksen Senate Office Building, Room 628

NAHASDA 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.

Agenda:

9:00 a.m. Briefing Starts

9:00 a.m. Short remarks from Rep. Downing

9:15 a.m. Short Remarks from NCAI and NAIHC

9:30 a.m. Start Staff panel walking through bill

10:15 a.m. Q&A

10:30 a.m. Close Briefing

Light refreshments will be served for attendees.

Tribal Health Services Self-Determination and Self-Governance Technical Assistance Monthly Office Hours FY26
2026-03-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Event
Due to the high demand for additional information, the USET Office Tribal Public Health is hosting office hours with Martha Ketcher, a subject matter expert, who will provide resources and guidance related to the navigating the Indian Self Determination Education Assistance Act as it pertains to health operations. To provide feedback on topics, please email Hailey Wade, USET OTPH Planning and Infrastructure Manager, at hwade@usetinc.org.

When: The third Wednesday of each month at 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Central/10:00 am – 1:00 pm Eastern

Who should attend: Tribal Leaders, Health Directors, Tribal Nation designated staff

Learning objectives

October 15: The Basic ISDEAA Contracting Title I vs Title V

November 19: The 340B Pharmacy

December 17: How to Add new Programs, Functions, Services and Activities (PFSAs), Clinics, Pharmacy

January 21: How to Interpret Tribal Shares Tables

February 18: New or Restored, Federally Recognized Tribes: Funding Estimate Table and Elements

March 18: The Preparation of Budget Negotiation, Aligning Salaries, Structuring Budgets, Contract Support Cost (CSC)

April 15: Contract Support Costs (CSC) on Revenue Cycle Management (RCM), Direct Contract Support Costs

May 20: Maximizing Space for a 105(l)

June 17: Tribal Management Grant (TMG), Tribal Self-Governance Program (TSGP)

July 15: Annual Funding Agreement Negotiations & Defining Scope of Work

August 19: Health System Planning (HSP) Tools, Strategic Action Plan (SAP)

Registration is open!

Questions? Please contact Hailey Wade, USET OTPH Planning and Infrastructure Manager, at hwade@usetinc.org.

IRS Office Hours for Elective Pay & Transferability of Clean Energy Credits
2026-03-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
The IRS is offering office hours (through Microsoft Teams) to help entities with the pre-filing registration process on the 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 and CHIPS Act. Representatives from the IRS will be available to answer your pre-filing registration questions.

Registration for office hours is open. Registration is required and can be completed by clicking on the links below.

DateTimeRegisterFebruary 18, 20261-2:00 p.m. Eastern timeRegisterMarch 18, 20261-2:00 p.m. Eastern timeRegisterApril 15, 20261-2:00 p.m. Eastern timeRegisterMay 20, 20261-2:00 p.m. Eastern timeRegisterJune 17, 20261-2:00 p.m. Eastern timeRegisterJuly 15, 20261-2:00 p.m. Eastern timeRegisterAugust 19, 20261-2:00 p.m. Eastern timeRegisterSeptember 16, 20261-2:00 p.m. Eastern timeRegisterOctober 21, 20261-2:00 p.m. Eastern timeRegisterNovember 18, 20261-2:00 p.m. Eastern timeRegisterDecember 16, 20261-2:00 p.m. Eastern timeRegisterJanuary 20, 20271-2:00 p.m. Eastern timeRegister

Resources:

Video: How to complete Form 990-T for elective payment election

Video: IRA and CHIPS Act Pre-filing Registration Tool Overview

Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and CHIPS Act of 2022 (CHIPS) Pre-Filing Registration Tool — User Guide and Instructions, Publication 5884 PDF

Clean Energy Authorization Permission Management User Guide, Publication 5902 PDF

Elective pay and transferability frequently asked questions

Intercultural Communications
2026-03-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
The goal of this webinar is to equip law enforcement officers and other first responders with the essential knowledge, practical tools, and culturally responsive communication skills necessary for respectful, effective, and sustained engagement with Native communities across Indian Country. Training will emphasize the importance of cultural awareness, including tribal sovereignty, traditions, and contemporary realities; a thorough understanding of the historical context that continues to shape tribal–federal–state relationships; and the unique legal and jurisdictional complexities that define law enforcement in Indian Country.By fostering a deeper appreciation for Native histories, values, and governance structures, officers will be better prepared to navigate sensitive situations with cultural competence and humility. The curriculum will also highlight best practices in cross-jurisdictional collaboration between tribal, local, state, and federal agencies—ensuring coordination that respects tribal authority and enhances both officer and community safety. Ultimately, this training seeks to build trust, improve operational effectiveness, and promote long-term partnerships that honor the sovereignty and dignity of Native nations.This training is available to all federal, state, and Tribal criminal justice and social service professionals who work in Indian country or with Native Americans. There is no charge to attend this training, and CLE will not be available.This training is a joint effort hosted by federal law enforcement agencies responding to violent crime in Indian Country. Sponsoring agencies include the U.S. Department of Justice’s National Indian Country Training Initiative, the United States Indian Police Academy, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the Department of the Interior’s Office of Law Enforcement and Security’s Victim Assistance Program.

If you have any questions, please contact Lamesha Bowman at Lamesha.Bowman@usdoj.gov, Deborah Thomas at Deborah.Thomas@usdoj.gov or Leslie A. Hagen at Leslie.Hagen3@usdoj.gov.

Successful Power Project Development Best Practices
2026-03-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
Are you interested in learning about power purchase agreements (PPA), power project financing, power project procurement, natural gas and LNG development, power transmission financing, and energy storage? Join this webinar for an overview of these topics as covered in the Understanding series handbooks, which establish a common understanding of best practices around successful power project development. DOE Office of Indian Energy technical assistance partner the U.S. Department of Commerce Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP) developed the Understanding series handbooks — which are freely available for download in the link below, and are used worldwide by public and private sector alike — to serve as practical resources for decision-makers on the legal framework and strategy behind the development, financing, and procurement of power projects.

Speakers: Understanding series handbook authors

Kenyon Weaver, Senior Counsel, Commercial Law Development Program, U.S. Department of Commerce

Mohamed Badissy, Expert, Commercial Law Development Program, U.S. Department of Commerce; Assistant Professor, Penn State Dickinson Law

Carl Fleming, Energy & Project Finance Group Global Co-Head, McDermott Will & Schulte

Shah Jahan Khandokar, Partner, McDermott Will & Schulte

Successful Power Project Development Best Practices
2026-03-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
Are you interested in learning about power purchase agreements (PPA), power project financing, power project procurement, natural gas and LNG development, power transmission financing, and energy storage? Join this webinar for an overview of these topics as covered in the Understanding series handbooks, which establish a common understanding of best practices around successful power project development. DOE Office of Indian Energy technical assistance partner the U.S. Department of Commerce Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP) developed the Understanding series handbooks — which are freely available for download in the link below, and are used worldwide by public and private sector alike — to serve as practical resources for decision-makers on the legal framework and strategy behind the development, financing, and procurement of power projects.

HHS Annual Tribal Budget Consultation: Virtual ATBC Planning Sessions with Tribal Leaders
2026-03-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
Dear Tribal Leader:

I write to invite you to the 28th U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Annual Tribal Budget Consultation (ATBC),which will take place in-person on April 21-22, 2026,at the Hubert H. Humphrey Building at 200 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC. Tribes are once again invited to register for one-on-one consultations in conjunction with the ATBC.

The ATBC will provide a forum for tribes to collectively share their views and priorities with HHS officials on national health and human services funding priorities and make recommendations for the Department’s FY 2028 budget request. We hope the consultation will provide a venue for a two-way conversation between tribal leaders and HHS officials on program issues and concerns that will lead to recommendations for action. The components of this year’s consultation are as follows:

Virtual ATBC Planning Sessions with Tribal LeadersMarch 18 and April 1, 2026

As in previous years, HHS will continue to work with you to improve the consultation process. The Department understands the importance of hearing from tribes on national and regional issues, as well as tribal-specific concerns.

HHS will host two planning sessions to prepare for the consultation. The first session will provide an overview of HHS and its Operating Divisions. This informative session will be particularly beneficial for tribal leaders and staff that are new to HHS or who would like a refresher on the Department and its budget process. The second session will focus on receiving recommendations from tribal leaders for the development of the agenda for the 28th HHS Annual Tribal Budget Consultation.

These planning sessions will take place on:

Wednesday, March 18, from 3:00 – 4:00pm ET

Wednesday, April 1, from 3:00 – 4:00pm ET

Please register to attend one or both of the consultation planning calls at the following link: https://hhsgov.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/W6sPH1xUSomFzS2sG0hO4g (-> click.connect.hhs.gov). More information about the agendas for these sessions is forthcoming.

28th HHS Annual Tribal Budget Consultation in Washington, DCApril 21-22, 2026

The Annual Tribal Budget Consultation provides a forum for HHS leadership and financial officers to consult with tribal leaders on funding and policy priorities for the Department budget. This year’s consultation will focus on identifying tribal funding and policy priorities for the FY 2028 budget. HHS will identify specific issues for consultation in collaboration with tribes during the planning calls scheduled for March and April. These issues will be sent to tribal leaders prior to the ATBC so that you can prepare your thoughts, ideas, and recommendations. If you plan to attend the ATBC in-person one or both days at the Hubert H. Humphrey Building, please register here.

The Annual Tribal Budget Consultation also includes the opportunity for interested tribes to meet one-on-one with HHS Divisions to discuss tribal-specific priorities. These 30-minute sessions will be held in private meeting spaces within the Hubert H. Humphrey Building. Various HHS agencies will be available to listen and contribute to the conversation. Please note that all one-on-one meetings are in-person. To request a one-on-one meeting, please indicate the HHS agency or agencies you would like to meet with using this embedded registration link . Requests for one-on-one meetings must be received by 5:00pm ET on Wednesday, April 15.

ATBC Written Comment PeriodOpen until April 24, 2026

To further the meaningful impact of tribal feedback on the development of FY 2028 HHS budget, we ask that tribes please submit written comments for the consultation record by April 24, 2026, at 5:00pm ET to consultation@hhs.gov. Please include the subject line “HHS Annual Tribal Budget Consultation” with your transmittal.

Thank you for your continued support of the HHS Annual Tribal Budget Consultation process. We look forward to your participation and ongoing partnership. In the interim, please contact the IEA Tribal Affairs team at consultation@hhs.gov with any questions.

CDFI Certification Webinars
2026-03-19 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
The CDFI Fund’s monthly CDFI Certification Webinars 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. The webinars are open to the general public and do not require advance registration.

During each webinar, CDFI Fund staff will provide a walkthrough demonstration on a specific aspect of the CDFI Certification Application. This will provide participants the opportunity to receive detailed instructions and guidance on key aspects of the CDFI Certification Application. An updated calendar of webinars and topics is provided below.

Those with general CDFI Certification inquiries will still be provided an opportunity ask their questions after these presentations. Given the detailed nature of many questions that are asked during these sessions and the specific circumstances involved, organizations are encouraged to submit their questions via a Service Request through the CDFI Fund’s Awards Management Information System (AMIS).

Access Instructions

The CDFI Fund now uses Zoom for all conference calls and webinar services. No prior registration is necessary. To access the current monthly conference calls, use the link provided below.

International numbers available: https://www.zoomgov.com/u/abQifGIPx7

Please use the following link below to join the webinar: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1605416367?pwd=[REDACTED]

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Reservation Economic Summit
2026-03-23 00:00 - 2026-03-26 23:59 | Caesars Palace, 3570 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV, 89109, United States
The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development proudly presents the 2026 Reservation Economic Summit. This premier event unites tribal leaders, high-ranking federal officials, state and local officials, and top CEOs on a national stage to shape the future of the Indigenous economy.
