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SUMMARY:Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance:  Wise Practices\, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Clinic
DESCRIPTION:United South and Eastern Tribes\, Inc. would like to announce the 2023 Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance: Wise Practices\, a Tribal Behavioral Health ECHO Clinic. Native Psychological Brilliance refers to the intelligence\, strengths\, balance\, innate resources\, and resilience of Native people. This no-cost telehealth series will be held throughout 2023 on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm Central/2:00 pm Eastern. Each session will be one hour in length. \nWho should attend? Tribal Nation health directors\, clinic staff\, counselors\, social workers\, physicians\, nurses\, Tribal Epidemiology Center staff\, and anyone supporting Tribal Nation citizens through the health/behavioral health sector are welcome to join. \nThe one-hour Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance virtual series will provide an opportunity for participants to: \n\nGain skills on strength-based approaches in partnership with Native People to enhance Native behavioral health\, and\nDiscuss ways that Native brilliance is demonstrated and supports behavioral health\, and\nLearn about Native brilliance examples to share with behavioral health and other health care staff\, as well as with local Tribal Nation citizens\n\nThe concept of Native psychological brilliance will be celebrated through Native music videos and Native spoken word performances as part of each session of the Reclaiming Native Psychological Brilliance series. \nContinuing education credits will be provided. \nRegister in advance for the session. \nFor questions\, please contact Bryan Hendrix\, USET THPS Quality Improvement Analyst\, at bhendrix@usetinc.org.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/bhecho-2022-02-22-2022-03-22-2022-04-19-2022-07-26-2023-01-24-2023-02-28-2023-05-23-2023-09-26/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T162117Z
UID:10002865-1695733200-1695736800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:NCUIH Webinar: Launching the New HIV/AIDS Resource Guide for Urban Indian Health Providers
DESCRIPTION:September 26 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nJoin us for the HIV/AIDS Resource Guide Launch\, an exclusive event tailored to empower Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) and health advocates in their fight against HIV/AIDS within their communities. During this session\, UIOs will receive advanced access to the comprehensive guide and participate in an in-depth walkthrough led by our expert facilitators. Connect with like-minded advocates\, explore collaboration opportunities\, and be part of a pivotal moment in the battle against HIV/AIDS. Secure your spot by registering now\, and help us spread the word for positive change. Together\, we can make a difference in achieving health equity within Urban Indian communities.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/ncuih-webinar-launching-the-new-hiv-aids-resource-guide-for-urban-indian-health-providers/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T153000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230825T144623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T112015Z
UID:10002846-1695736800-1695742200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:FEMA Virtual Training for Tribal Nations: Procurement Under FEMA Awards and the Build America\, Buy America Act
DESCRIPTION:September 21 at 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm Eastern\nRegister \nSeptember 26 at 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm Eastern\nRegister  \n(After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.) \nFEMA’s Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) is offering two virtual trainings for Tribal Nations to cover the federal procurement standards and the Build America\, Buy America Act. \nGPD’s Procurement Disaster Assistance Team will deliver the trainings and cover key purchasing concepts\, including: \n\nFederal procurement rules applicable to Tribal Nations when purchasing under a FEMA award;\nExemptions Tribal Nations should consider when purchasing under a FEMA award;\nThe Build America\, Buy America Act; and\nAvailable Resources for BABAA requirements and Procurement Under Grants
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/fema-virtual-training-for-tribal-nations-procurement-under-fema-awards-and-the-build-america-buy-america-act/2023-09-26/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Federal Emergency Mgmt Agency (FEMA),Federal Partners,Infrastructure,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230822T184839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T162233Z
UID:10002841-1695736800-1695744000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Tribal Leader Consultation on Native Language
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader:\nThe federal inter-agency Education Committee of the White House Council on Native American Affairs (WHCNAA) is releasing a draft 10-year National Plan on Native Language Revitalization (National Plan)—and your input is needed. In September\, the Education Committee will host a number of events to gather input from Tribal leaders and other Tribal experts about: \n\nHow can the federal government work with Tribes\, Native Hawaiian Organizations\, Tribal and non-profit organizations\, states\, schools\, higher education institutions\, and the private sector to raise national awareness about the importance of Native languages for Tribes and the country?\nWhat can the federal government do to create national awareness of the current crisis of Native language loss and establish a sense of urgency for immediate national action?\nHow important to a National Plan is a formal policy recognition of the historic role that the federal government played in Native language erasure?\n\nWhat should the content and nature of a formal policy recognition be?\nHow could a formal policy recognition help secure federal resources and support for Native language revitalization?\n\n\nHow could the National Plan support the integration of Native language revitalization into mainstream society\, e.g.\, school curriculum\, immersive learning\, early and adult education\, federal and state policies\, signage\, etc.?\nHow could the National Plan stimulate and facilitate access to financial support for Native language revitalization (including federal\, state\, and philanthropic funding)?\n\nThe National Plan will establish a long-term\, all-of-government strategy that works with Tribal Nations and\, as appropriate\, nonprofit organizations\, subject matter experts\, and other entities for the revitalization\, protection\, preservation\, and reclamation of Native languages. Attached for your review and comment is a summary of research that may inform the development of the National Plan. \nDates and registration information: \n\nMonday\, September 18\, 3–5 p.m. ET    Registration Link\nWednesday\, September 20\, 1–3 p.m. ET    Registration Link\nTuesday\, September 26\, 3–5 p.m. ET    Registration Link\nThursday\, September 28\, 2–4 p.m. ET    Registration Link\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to join the meeting. If you want to provide written input\, please email your comments to NativeLanguage@kauffmaninc.com no later than September 29\, 11:59 p.m. ET. \nIf you have any questions regarding the tribal consultation\, contact the WHCNAA via whcnaa@bia.gov. \nSincerely\, \nAnthony Morgan Rodman\nExecutive Director\nWhite House Council on Native American Affairs
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-leader-consultation-on-native-language-2023-09-26/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Culture and Heritage,Dept of Interior (DOI)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230925T173149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T161935Z
UID:10002882-1695736800-1695744000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:WHCNAA Tribal Consultations on Native Language Revitalization
DESCRIPTION:The federal interagency Education Committee of the White House Council on Native American Affairs (WHCNAA) is releasing a draft 10-year National Plan on Native Language Revitalization and seeking input. The National Plan will establish a long-term\, all-of-government strategy that works with Tribal Nations and\, as appropriate\, nonprofit organizations\, subject matter experts\, and other entities for the revitalization\, protection\, preservation\, and reclamation of Native languages. A summary of research for the program can be viewed here. The upcoming consultation sessions will be held on Tuesday\, September 26\, 2023 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm ET (register here) and on Thursday\, September 28\, 2023 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm ET (register here).
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/whcnaa-tribal-consultations-on-native-language-revitalization/2023-09-26/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Federal Partners,Policy and Legislative Events,White House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T230000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230911T182933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T182933Z
UID:10002863-1695762000-1695769200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Tribal Maritime Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:September 26 at 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm \nOn behalf of Secretary Pete Buttigieg\, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and Maritime Administration (MARAD) invite you to participate in the first Maritime Tribal Roundtable to discuss maritime and intermodal transportation programs and funding opportunities. This conversation will include sharing information about available resources and ideas to support maritime and intermodal transportation needs for Tribal communities. The roundtable is an opportunity to hear from leadership how MARAD supports maritime infrastructure investments\, to learn where to find grants to fund your maritime infrastructure and planning projects\, and to receive on-the-spot technical assistance on how MARAD can help you succeed in your maritime transportation projects. During this open dialogue\, you will be able to ask questions and share ideas\, insights\, and experiences that will help bring safe\, equitable\, and sustainable transportation to Indian Country. Let us work together to spotlight the strength of our Tribal Nations. \nPREREGISTRATION (encouraged\, not required)\nSend your contact information and any advance questions you may have to maradportplanningoutreach@dot.gov.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-maritime-roundtable/
LOCATION:Hilton Anchorage\, 500 West Third Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 37211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dept of Transportation (DOT),Federal Partners,Topics,Transportation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230929
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230726T183910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T183910Z
UID:10002790-1695772800-1695945599@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:HUD Virtual Training | Tribal Council Roles & Responsibilities
DESCRIPTION:September 27-28\, 2023\nRegister \nThis is a two-day course offered to aid Tribal Council members understand the background and history of “NAHASDA” The Native American Housing Assistance and Self Determination Act. This course will further develop their knowledge of the Federal Rules and Regulations that must be adhered to when accepting funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the Indian Housing Block Grant Program (IHBG).
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/hud-virtual-training-tribal-council-roles-responsibilities/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Housing and Urban Development (HUD),Federal Partners,Housing,Topics
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230930
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230818T152713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T152713Z
UID:10002829-1695772800-1696031999@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Smithsonian's National Conference on Cultural Property Protection
DESCRIPTION:September 27\, 2023 8:00 am – September 29\, 2023 1:00 pm\nEvent Website \nThe National Conference on Cultural Property Protection (NCCPP) is excited to announce this year’s in-person conference! The 2023 theme is Focusing on Fundamentals: A Culture of Service and will include two full days of presentations and panel discussions\, as well as a half day of hands-on workshops. They will also be hosting a private networking reception at the National Museum of American History Washington\, DC.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/smithsonians-national-conference-on-cultural-property-protection/
CATEGORIES:Art,Topics
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230930
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230829T180509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T141014Z
UID:10001417-1695772800-1696031999@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:The Path to Healing to Wellness Conference
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Penobscot and Passamaquoddy Tribal Nations in collaboration with the five Tribal Nations of Maine\, funded by Tribal Justice Support. \nSeptember 27-29\, 2023\nFormat: In-person and Virtual attendance options\nPhysical location: Bar Harbor\, Maine\nRegister \nThe White House Council on Native American Affairs\, the U.S. Department of Justice\, Bureau of Indian Affairs Office of Justice Services Tribal Justice Support\, the Administration for Native Americans at the Department of Health and Human services\, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture welcome your participation in the Path to Healing Wellness Conference. \nRestoring the Path of Tribal Healing to Wellness Courts is an effort to address community safety through healing and wellness options rather than incarceration. This conference offers a unique opportunity to observe actual court proceedings\, engage with court staff\, and hear from program participants who have successfully navigated their path toward recovery. \nTopics will include:  \n\nThe Workings of Multi-Disciplinary Teams\nMock Team Meeting Session \nMock Court Session\nTribal Success Stories\nFunding Sources and Collaboration
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/the-path-to-healing-to-wellness-conference/
LOCATION:123 Easy Street\, Nashville\, TN\, 37211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA),Dept of Agriculture (USDA),Dept of Health and Human Services (HHS),Dept of Justice (DOJ),Federal Partners,Topics,Tribal Justice,USET member Tribal Nation Events,White House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230818T135958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T141103Z
UID:10001401-1695816000-1695823200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:BIA Tribal Consultation re: Tribal land acquisition funded through LWCF
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader Letter\nProposed Criteria \nSeptember 26 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nSeptember 27 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nSeptember 28 at 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nThe Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) invites you to participate in formal Government-to-Government consultation regarding Tribal land acquisition funded through the Land and Water Consultation Fund (LWCF). The LWCF was established by Congress in 1965 to help preserve\, develop\, and ensure access to outdoor recreation resources. The Great American Outdoors Act of 2020\, P.L. 116-152\, authorized $900 million annually in permanent funding for LWCF. \nThey welcome your written comments\, which should be submitted by email to consultation@bia.gov by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on October 5\, 2023. If you have any\nquestions\, please contact Trina Locke\, Acting Deputy Bureau Director\, Trust Services\, at trina.locke@bia.gov\, or Lorna Babby\, Division Chief\, Trust Land Consolidation\, at\nlorna.babby@bia.gov. \n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/bia-tribal-consultation-re-tribal-land-acquisition-funded-through-lwcf-2023-09-27/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA),Consultation,Federal Partners,Land,Policy and Legislative Events,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230925T171634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T171634Z
UID:10002880-1695816000-1695826800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:OMB Consultation on FY25 President's Budget Request
DESCRIPTION:September 27 at 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Eastern\nRegistration is encouraged as soon as possible \nDear Tribal Leader Letter \nThe purpose of this Tribal consultation is for Tribal Nations to share views with OMB Leadership on the funding delivered to us in fulfillment of trust and treaty obligations as part of the President’s FY 2025 Budget process. As always\, OMB will prioritize Tribal leader participation during this consultation. USET SPF will provide regional talking points for the use of our member Tribal Nations shortly. \nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email with a unique participant link. In addition to this virtual consultation\, OMB welcomes written comments. Written comments on the FY 2025 President’s Budget are due by Friday\, September 29\, 2023 to tribalconsultation@omb.eop.gov.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/omb-consultation-on-fy25-presidents-budget-request/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Federal Partners,Office of Management and Budget (OMB),Policy and Legislative Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230921T111308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T141642Z
UID:10002869-1695816000-1695830400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:DOJ Tribal Consultation and Listening Session on OJJDP Priorities
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader Letter\nFraming Paper \nSeptember 27 at 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nYou are invited to a government-to-government Tribal consultations and accompanying listening sessions with the Department of Justice’s Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) on OJJDP priorities\, proposed regulations\, and how OJJDP funding can best support Tribes to enhance and expand efforts to prevent and reduce delinquency and improve juvenile justice systems. \nEach Consultation session will be immediately followed by a listening session for those other than Tribal leaders to weigh in on the topic. \nDuring the Consultation\, Tribal Leaders will be called in the order in which their registration is received. During the Listening Session\, others interested to speak will be called in the order in which their registration is received.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/doj-tribal-consultation-and-listening-session-on-ojjdp-priorities/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Dept of Justice (DOJ),Federal Partners,Listening Session,Policy and Legislative Events,Topics,Tribal Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230914T192515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T192515Z
UID:10001435-1695902400-1695902400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USDA Forest Service Tribal Information Listening Session on FY 24 Landscape Sale Restoration ROP
DESCRIPTION:September 28 at 1:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nThe FY2024 Landscape Sale Restoration Request for Proposals for Federally Recognized Tribes and Alaska Native Corporations/Villages is now available in grants.gov: View Opportunity | GRANTS.GOV.  For more information on this program\, please see the Landscape Scale Restoration | US Forest Service (usda.gov) webpage. \nThe application period is now open through December 15th\, 2023. The Request for Proposals for Federally Recognized Tribes and Alaska Native Corporations and fillable project narrative are attached to this email and included in grants.gov: View Opportunity | GRANTS.GOV.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/usda-forest-service-tribal-information-listening-session-on-fy-24-landscape-sale-restoration-rop/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Agriculture (USDA),Federal Partners,Natural Resources,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230925T170935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T142255Z
UID:10002877-1695902400-1695906000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USTR Tribal Consultation
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader Letter \nSeptember 28 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Eastern\nRegistration link \nSeptember 29 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Eastern\nRegistration link \nPlease register with USTR by Friday\, September 22\, 2023\, using either or both of the above links. We also welcome your written comments\, which should be submitted by email to\nTribalConsultation@ustr.eop.gov by 5:00 pm (EST) on Friday\, October 13\, 2023.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/ustr-tribal-consultation/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Policy and Legislative Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T133000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230921T111710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T111710Z
UID:10002870-1695902400-1695907800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:TSGAC Webinar | Community Health Aid Program (CHAP): Implementation in Tribal Communities
DESCRIPTION:September 28 at 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Eastern\nRegister \nThe Tribal Self-Governance Advisory Committee (TSGAC) will host a Webinar on Thursday\, September 28th\, 2023\, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm (ET). The purpose of the Webinar is to provide a Tribally-driven discussion on CHAP as it exists in Tribal communities in the Alaska and Portland Areas. Presenters will share the vision of their Tribes and Tribal leaders utilizing CHAP in the context of Self Governance and Self Determination. \nPanelists from the Alaska and Portland Area will review: \n\nThe latest information on CHAP implementation and current training opportunities.\nInformation on the roles of the National Certification Board and Area CHAP Certification Board.\nA case study of tribal sovereignty in action and advocacy for dental health aide therapists in Washington State.\nOpen Discussion\, including ways for Self-Governance Tribes to get involved.\n\n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tsgac-webinar-community-health-aid-program-chap-implementation-in-tribal-communities/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,Topics,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230828T183423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T142548Z
UID:10001414-1695902400-1695909600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:HHS and NIH Tribal Consultation on "All of Us Research Hub"
DESCRIPTION:Announcement \nSeptember 28 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nWritten Tribal testimony is due by October 28\, 2023. \nThe consultation will include an update on our approach to Tribal engagement\, discussion about integrating data from self-identified AI/AN participants in the program’s data platform\, the All of Us Research Hub at https://www.researchallofus.org\, and program planning.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/hhs-and-nih-tribal-consultation-on-all-of-us-research-hub/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Dept of Health and Human Services (HHS),Federal Partners,Health,Policy and Legislative Events,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230914T185804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T185804Z
UID:10002866-1695906000-1695909600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:NCUIH: Utilizing Culture in Grant Writing and Programming
DESCRIPTION:September 28 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nDiscover the path to grant success with Shane Lopez-Johnston! Join us for an enlightening session with Shane Lopez-Johnston (Tolowa)\, the prevention and special projects director at the Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest. In this captivating virtual event\, you’ll gain valuable insights into grant writing strategies tailored for urban Indian programs\, strategic planning to define grant funding scope and goals\, and master best practices for grant reporting\, data tracking/evaluation\, and budgeting. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to empower your community and elevate your grant game! \n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/ncuih-utilizing-culture-in-grant-writing-and-programming/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230822T184839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T142652Z
UID:10002842-1695906000-1695913200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Tribal Leader Consultation on Native Language
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader:\nThe federal inter-agency Education Committee of the White House Council on Native American Affairs (WHCNAA) is releasing a draft 10-year National Plan on Native Language Revitalization (National Plan)—and your input is needed. In September\, the Education Committee will host a number of events to gather input from Tribal leaders and other Tribal experts about: \n\nHow can the federal government work with Tribes\, Native Hawaiian Organizations\, Tribal and non-profit organizations\, states\, schools\, higher education institutions\, and the private sector to raise national awareness about the importance of Native languages for Tribes and the country?\nWhat can the federal government do to create national awareness of the current crisis of Native language loss and establish a sense of urgency for immediate national action?\nHow important to a National Plan is a formal policy recognition of the historic role that the federal government played in Native language erasure?\n\nWhat should the content and nature of a formal policy recognition be?\nHow could a formal policy recognition help secure federal resources and support for Native language revitalization?\n\n\nHow could the National Plan support the integration of Native language revitalization into mainstream society\, e.g.\, school curriculum\, immersive learning\, early and adult education\, federal and state policies\, signage\, etc.?\nHow could the National Plan stimulate and facilitate access to financial support for Native language revitalization (including federal\, state\, and philanthropic funding)?\n\nThe National Plan will establish a long-term\, all-of-government strategy that works with Tribal Nations and\, as appropriate\, nonprofit organizations\, subject matter experts\, and other entities for the revitalization\, protection\, preservation\, and reclamation of Native languages. Attached for your review and comment is a summary of research that may inform the development of the National Plan. \nDates and registration information: \n\nMonday\, September 18\, 3–5 p.m. ET    Registration Link\nWednesday\, September 20\, 1–3 p.m. ET    Registration Link\nTuesday\, September 26\, 3–5 p.m. ET    Registration Link\nThursday\, September 28\, 2–4 p.m. ET    Registration Link\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to join the meeting. If you want to provide written input\, please email your comments to NativeLanguage@kauffmaninc.com no later than September 29\, 11:59 p.m. ET. \nIf you have any questions regarding the tribal consultation\, contact the WHCNAA via whcnaa@bia.gov. \nSincerely\, \nAnthony Morgan Rodman\nExecutive Director\nWhite House Council on Native American Affairs
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-leader-consultation-on-native-language-2023-09-28/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Culture and Heritage,Dept of Interior (DOI)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T133000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
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UID:10001455-1695907800-1695907800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:White House Call: How a Government Shutdown Could Impact Your Community
DESCRIPTION:September 28 at 2:30 pm Eastern\nRegister via Zoom \nJoin for a briefing hosted by Senior Advisor to the President and Director of Public Engagement Steve Benjamin\, with special guest Senior Advisor to the President Anita Dunn\, on how a government shutdown could impact your community.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/white-house-call-how-a-government-shutdown-could-impact-your-community/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Federal Partners,White House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230830T130821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T130821Z
UID:10002848-1695909600-1695909600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program Round 2 Webinar: Mapping Requirements
DESCRIPTION:September 7 at 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nSeptember 28 at 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nThe second round of funding for the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program (TBCP) will make approximately $980 million available on Native American\, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian lands for deployment of Internet infrastructure\, affordability programs\, telehealth and distance learning initiatives. Join the NTIA Tribal Broadband Connectivity and Nation-to-Nation Coordination Division to learn more about key differences in mapping requirements for the TBCP Round 2 and examples of network mapping. In addition\, we’ll be joined by our colleagues from the Federal Communications Commission and the Bureau of Indian Affairs Branch of Geospatial Services who will provide information on available mapping tools and resources for TBCP Round 2 applicants. \nPlease note that if you cannot attend this webinar\, they will hold a rerun webinar held on Thursday\, September 28. Although the PowerPoint presentation will be the same\, we will still have a live\, moderated Q&A portion where you can ask questions. \nTo learn more about TBCP Round 2 and view the recent webinar post-event materials: https://internetforall.gov/program/tribal-broadband-connectivity-program/notice-funding-opportunity-2 \nTo download the full Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO): https://ntia.gov/sites/default/files/2023-07/ntia-tbcp-round2-nofo.pdf \nIf you would like to request an accommodation to participate in this webinar\, please email your request to InternetForAll@ntia.gov. A NTIA staff member will follow up with you shortly regarding your request.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-broadband-connectivity-program-round-2-webinar-mapping-requirements/2023-09-28/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Infrastructure,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230927T163929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T143005Z
UID:10001449-1695909600-1695909600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Administration for Community Living | Listening Brief and Tribal Consultation on Older Americans Act
DESCRIPTION:ACL Listening Brief: September 28\, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. ET\nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84649807692 (-> urldefense.proofpoint.com)\nMeeting ID: 846 4980 7692\nOne tap mobile:\n+13017158592\,\,84649807692# US (Washington DC)\n+16465588656\,\,84649807692# US (New York) \nACL Tribal Consultation: October 12\, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. ET\nJoin Zoom Meeting:  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86316781916 (-> urldefense.proofpoint.com)\nMeeting ID:  863 1678 1916\nOr One tap mobile:\n+13017158592\,\,86316781916# US (Washington DC)\n+16469313860\,\,86316781916# US \nThere is a tight turnaround for notice of consultation on the OAA that resulted in large part due to ACL/AoA’s surprise around the Tribal response digging into Title VII (Adult Protection Services) as well as other aspects of the OAA. \nThe main targets remain the same: \n\nThe funding formula does not promote equity for Tribal programs (built on state population counts). Tribes will never meet meaningful funding levels.\nBecause of the funding formula\, Tribes are not able to count Elders under age 60\, even though they can serve them under Title VI\, so unfunded moving mandate and again\, lack of equity and access.\nTitle VII gives funding and primary authority for Elder adult protection services (APS) to states. Even Guam and Puerto Rico get funding for APS\, but nothing to Tribes.\nTitle III – state allocation that counts Tribes. States are supposed to either provide the services to Tribal Elders ages 60 + and/or *contract/pay the Tribe when it provides the service*. The two programs are supposed to coordinate. There is no best practices guidance and no consequences to states who do not comply. Tribes are asking for a direct-to-them share of Title III rather than the trickle down through the states. This *can* be done and a few states do this: Wisconsin is a good example – the state carves out a share to each of the 11 Tribal aging programs.\n\nTribal Leaders are encouraged to provide oral testimony during the Consultation\, or to provide written authorization for another person speaking on behalf of leadership.  Others will be heard as time allows. Everyone is encouraged to provide written comment.  Written testimony can be submitted to: olderindians@acl.hhs.gov until November 13\, 2023 at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/administration-for-community-living-listening-brief-and-tribal-consultation-on-older-americans-act/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Policy and Legislative Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230919T152735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T152735Z
UID:10002868-1695913200-1695916800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything (AMA) with Indian Health Service: Flu\, RSV\, COVID
DESCRIPTION:September 28 at 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nAsk Me Anything is a question-and-answer session between the Indian Health Service (IHS)\, all levels of public health\, and American Indian and Alaska Native community members. Experts from IHS will provide an update on the latest vaccine ordering processes and resources available to help facilitate vaccination. This webinar is free of charge and is open to anyone who would like to participate. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDiscuss the guidelines and regulations for co-vaccination.\nShare forecasts on vaccine development.\nDiscuss the likelihood of possible co-circulation of influenza viruses\, SARS-COV-2\, and RSV.\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Audrianna Marzette\, Public Health Policy and Programs Manager\, at amarzette@nihb.org.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/ask-me-anything-ama-with-indian-health-service-flu-rsv-covid/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:COVID,Federal Partners,Health,Indian Health Service (IHS),Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230818T135958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T143120Z
UID:10001402-1695913200-1695920400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:BIA Tribal Consultation re: Tribal land acquisition funded through LWCF
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader Letter\nProposed Criteria \nSeptember 26 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nSeptember 27 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nSeptember 28 at 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern\nRegister \nThe Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) invites you to participate in formal Government-to-Government consultation regarding Tribal land acquisition funded through the Land and Water Consultation Fund (LWCF). The LWCF was established by Congress in 1965 to help preserve\, develop\, and ensure access to outdoor recreation resources. The Great American Outdoors Act of 2020\, P.L. 116-152\, authorized $900 million annually in permanent funding for LWCF. \nThey welcome your written comments\, which should be submitted by email to consultation@bia.gov by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on October 5\, 2023. If you have any\nquestions\, please contact Trina Locke\, Acting Deputy Bureau Director\, Trust Services\, at trina.locke@bia.gov\, or Lorna Babby\, Division Chief\, Trust Land Consolidation\, at\nlorna.babby@bia.gov. \n 
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/bia-tribal-consultation-re-tribal-land-acquisition-funded-through-lwcf-2023-09-28/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA),Consultation,Federal Partners,Land,Policy and Legislative Events,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230928T211048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T211048Z
UID:10001463-1695988800-1695988800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Treasury and Department of Energy Webinar on Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program
DESCRIPTION:September 29 at 1:00 pm Eastern\nRegister via Zoom \nOn Wednesday\, the U.S. Department of the Treasury\, U.S. Department of Energy\, and the Internal Revenue Service announced that applications for the Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program under Section 48(e) of the Internal Revenue Code will open at 9 am ET on October 19\, 2023. The program will spur clean energy investments in underserved communities by providing a 10 or 20-percentage point tax credit boost for solar and wind projects in low-income and Tribal communities. \nTreasury and the Department of Energy will be launching the program help desk and hosting a webinar for all stakeholders with details about the application materials and process on September 29\, 2023 at 1pm ET. The webinar recording will be made available online after the event for those who cannot attend. \n\nRegister for the September 29th webinar: Webinar Registration – Zoom\n\nMaterials\, including the final regulations\, to help applicants prepare their submissions are available on the Department of Energy landing page: Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Program. This page will be updated with additional resources over the coming weeks so please continue to check back for updates.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/treasury-and-department-of-energy-webinar-on-low-income-communities-bonus-credit-program/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Energy (DOE),Federal Partners,Treasury Department
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230925T170935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T122819Z
UID:10002878-1695988800-1695992400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USTR Tribal Consultation
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader Letter \nSeptember 28 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Eastern\nRegistration link \nSeptember 29 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Eastern\nRegistration link \nPlease register with USTR by Friday\, September 22\, 2023\, using either or both of the above links. We also welcome your written comments\, which should be submitted by email to\nTribalConsultation@ustr.eop.gov by 5:00 pm (EST) on Friday\, October 13\, 2023.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/ustr-tribal-consultation-2023-09-29/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Policy and Legislative Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T143000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230927T161634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T122817Z
UID:10002884-1695988800-1695997800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:FCC's Task Force to Prevent Digital Discrimination Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:September 29 at 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm\nMedgar Evers College\nAcademic Complex Building AB1\nEdison O. Jackson Auditorium\n1638 Bedford Avenue\nBrooklyn\, NY 11225 \nOn Friday\, September 29\, 2023\, the FCC’s Task Force to Prevent Digital Discrimination will host a listening session in New York City to gain additional information and understanding from affected communities\, state\, local\, and Tribal governments\, public interest advocates\, and providers about challenges\, barriers and experiences in ensuring all people of the United States benefit from equal access to broadband.  The purpose of the listening session is to continue the Commission’s outreach in support of its ongoing efforts to promote equal access to broadband for everyone. \nThe listening session will take place from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. EDT\, at the Medgar Evers College\, Academic Complex Building AB1\, Edison O. Jackson Auditorium\, 1638 Bedford Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY 11225.  The program agenda will include presentations from the Task Force\, local leaders and other stakeholders\, and will include an opportunity for members of the public to share their broadband access experiences in furtherance of the Commission’s goals to create a framework for addressing digital discrimination. The listening session will be recorded and archived on the FCC’s website. \nReasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. Requests for accommodations should be submitted via e-mail to fcc504@fcc.gov or by calling the Consumer & Governmental Affairs Bureau at (202) 418-0530 (voice).  Such requests should include a detailed description of the accommodation needed.  In addition\, please include a way for the FCC to contact the requester if more information is needed to fill the request. Last minute requests will be accepted but may not be possible to accommodate. \nAdditional information about the listening sessions and the Task Force’s work can be found at: https://www.fcc.gov/task-force-prevent-digital-discrimination.  To contact or request a meeting with the Task Force to Prevent Digital Discrimination\, email PreventDigitalDiscrimination@fcc.gov.  If you have any other questions\, please contact us at native@fcc.gov.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/fccs-task-force-to-prevent-digital-discrimination-listening-session/
LOCATION:123 Easy Street\, Nashville\, TN\, 37211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Federal Communications Commission (FCC),Federal Partners,Listening Session,Policy and Legislative Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230928T180321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T140806Z
UID:10001458-1695996000-1695999600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USDA Forest Service Virtual Office Hours for Prospective Applicants
DESCRIPTION:September 29 and October 13 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Central/3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Eastern \nJoin the USDA Forest Service for two virtual office hours opportunities on September 29 and October 13\, 2023 for prospective applicants to ask questions about the Inflation Reduction Act Forest Landowner Support Funding Opportunity. \nJOIN OFFICE HOURS: Join Microsoft Teams Meeting \nForest Service staff will be available to answer questions regarding allowable costs\, eligibility criteria\, and other information from the Notice of Funding Opportunity. \nNo RSVP is required for participation. \nEmerging climate markets are creating economic incentives to keep forests healthy and productive through reforestation\, thinning overgrown forests\, and more. However\, high acreage requirements and prohibitive start-up costs have caused many small-acreage and underserved private forest owners to be left behind. These investments will expand access to markets that were previously out-of-reach\, allowing underserved and small-acreage forest landowners to be a larger part of the climate solution while also supporting rural economies and healthy forests. \nSee the Forest Service news releases and the Forest Landowner Assistance webpage for details.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/usda-forest-service-virtual-office-hours-for-prospective-applicants/2023-09-29/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Agriculture (USDA),Federal Partners,Infrastructure,Natural Resources,Topics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T143000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230928T210406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T122816Z
UID:10001461-1695997800-1695997800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:White House Tribal Briefing on Potential Government Shutdown
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join Senior Advisor to the President and Director of Intergovernmental Affairs Tom Perez for a briefing on a potential government shutdown. Please see below for details. \nDate: Friday 9/29/23 \nTime: 3:30 PM ET \nRegistration Link
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/white-house-tribal-briefing-on-potential-government-shutdown/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Federal Partners,White House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230929T185412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T185412Z
UID:10001464-1695999600-1695999600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:BIA Tribal Leader Call - Potential October 2023 Lapse in Appropriations
DESCRIPTION:Please join Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Bryan Newland and Indian Affairs bureau directors for a short Tribal leader call regarding this planning. Indian Affairs leadership will discuss the implications of the potential lapse in appropriations for Indian Affairs programs and services. \nMEETING INFORMATION: \nDATE: September 29\, 2023\, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time\nFORMAT: Register for the Zoom meeting or join by telephone at (669) 254 5252; Meeting ID: 160 068 6801; Passcode: 075803 \nPlease note that this meeting is for Tribal leaders\, or their official designee\, and is off-the-record and not for press purposes. It is highly encouraged to join the meeting 5 to 10 minutes early to avoid any potential technical delays.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/bia-tribal-leader-call-potential-october-2023-lapse-in-appropriations/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA),Federal Partners
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231001T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231001T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T124712
CREATED:20230908T134939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T134939Z
UID:10002852-1696161600-1696172400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:DOI Tribal Consultation: CSC calculation and distribution process
DESCRIPTION:Dear Tribal Leader Letter \nOctober 1 at 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Mountain: Listening Session\n2023 NAFOA Fall Finance & Tribal Economies Conference\nSheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass\n5594 W Wild Horse Pass Blvd.\nPhoenix\, AZ 85226 \nOctober 5 at 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern: Virtual Consultation with Assistant Secretary – Indian Affairs Bryan Newland\nRegister \nNovember 1 at 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern: Tribal Consultation\nUS Department of Labor\, Indian and Native American Programs\nWorkforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) 166/477\nWestern Regional Training\nPechanga Resort Casino\n45000 Pechanga Pkwy.\nTemecula\, CA 92592 \nNovember 29 at 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Alaska: Tribal Consultation\nBIA Providers Conference Dena’ina Center\n600 W 7th Ave.\nAnchorage\, AK 99501 \nThe Policy is available at this link. \nIndian Affairs would like to determine how to compensate Self Governance Tribes for CSC\, when they\nare NOT required to submit budgets\, yet certain data is necessary to calculate the amount of CSC due\nto the Tribe annually. \n\nIs the Federal proposal of two data calls\, one on recurring base funding and a second at the end\nof the year a viable proposal?\nThe Workgroup Federal representatives recommend that two data calls be released at least 30\ndays prior to due dates. The recommended due dates for base funding CSC data are September\n1 for fiscal year funding agreements and November 1 for calendar year funding agreements.\nThe recommended due date for full-year data is July 1 for fiscal year funding agreements and\nOctober 1 for calendar year funding agreements. Should this or another calculation and\npayment schedule be considered?\nThere are a small number of Self Governance Tribes that have not submitted year-end CSC\ndata\, therefore the annual 100 percent requirement is unknown. What is the Tribal\nrecommendation regarding this matter?\nIn lieu of negotiating Direct CSC line by line\, the CSC Policy formula for ALL tribes is below.\nDCSC = (current Tribal budgeted salary cost {not including fringe} of section 106(a)(1)\nprograms) x 18%.\nThe DCSC need cannot be calculated in accordance with the CSC Policy\, and in the same\nequitable manner as Tribes entering into contracts under Title I\, without receipt of a Tribe’s\n“budgeted salary cost.” The CSC Policy would need to be changed to allow the use of “best\navailable” data or data that is 4 years old.\na) Is there support for changing the CSC Policy to utilize “best available” data or salaries up to\nfour years old for DCSC?\nHow would the Department reconcile ensuring equitable treatment with Title I contracts\nsubmitting current budgets (with salary and fringe) that equal the current year contract\namounts?\n Section 1.10 of the CSC Policy outlines the formula for calculating Indirect CSC:\nIndirect CSC = Current approved IDC rate(s) x (the Secretarial Amount awarded to the\nTribe\, minus exclusions and pass-through).\nThe CSC Policy explicitly clarifies that a “current” IDC rate can be up to four years old. If a\nTribe has no approved IDC rate or has an approved IDC rate that is over four years old\, the\nTribe may negotiate a lump sum amount for indirect-type costs or may utilize the Simplified\nMethod\, if applicable. Furthermore\, Section 1.10 of the Policy states\, “[i]f a Tribe does not\ninitiate any of these options\, IA will not pay the Tribe any indirect CSC.”\nWhile the CSC Policy allows for an IDC rate that is up to four years old\, it does not allow for\nuse of previous years’ salary\, fringe\, exclusion or passthrough data to calculate the current year\n100 percent CSC need. The CSC Policy would need to be changed to allow the use of “best\navailable” data.\na) Does the Tribe support changing the CSC Policy to utilize “best available” data?\nb) If so\, what sources should be considered “best available” data for calculations of CSC for\nthe data elements of 1) Tribal Budgeted Salary 2) Tribal Budgeted Fringe (if necessary);\nand 3) Exclusions and pass-throughs?\nc) If a Tribe does not submit current year data\, at what point would IA utilize “best available”\ndata for calculation and payment?\nSection 1.12 of the CSC Policy outlines cutoff timeframes for IDC rates as below.\nIn order to facilitate equitable treatment and establish standard cutoff timeframes:\n• The IDC rate that will be applied is the applicable rate at the end of the Tribe’s fiscal\nyear. No adjustments to that IDC rate will be made after the end of the Tribe’s fiscal\nyear\, without regard to the later issuance of a different DC rate for that period.\n\nThey welcome your written comments\, which should be submitted by email to consultations@bia.gov by\n11:59 pm ET on December 29\, 2023. \nIf you have any questions regarding this effort\, please contact Jacob Aguilar\, Financial Specialist\,\nOSG\, at (360) 699-1015 or via email: jacob.aguilar@bia.gov.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/doi-tribal-consultation-csc-calculation-and-distribution-process/2023-10-01/
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Dept of Interior (DOI),Federal Partners,Listening Session,Policy and Legislative Events
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