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SUMMARY:Protecting Tribal Culture: The Indian Arts and Crafts Act
DESCRIPTION:The Indian Arts and Crafts Act (IACA) prohibits misrepresentation in the marketing of Indian art and craft products within the United States. It is illegal to offer or display for sale\, or sell\, any art or craft product in a manner that falsely suggests it is Indian produced\, an Indian product\, or the product of a particular Indian or Indian tribe or Indian arts and crafts organization\, resident within the United States. The Indian Arts and Crafts Board (IACBD) was established by Congress to promote the economic development of federally recognized American Indians and Alaska Natives (Indians) through the expansion of the Indian arts and crafts market. The IACB is the only federal agency that is consistently and exclusively concerned with the economic benefits and cultural development of federally recognized Indians. This webinar will cover the IACA and the work of the IACB. The webinar will also feature an IACA case recently prosecuted in the District of Alaska. According to court documents\, defendant Losi conspired with the owners of Alaska Stone Arts LLC and Rail Creek LLC\, stores located in Ketchikan\, to sell items falsely represented to be authentic Alaska Native art. Losi was employed as a salesperson for Alaska Stone Arts LLC\, which primarily sold stone carvings. Rail Creek LLC primarily sold wood totem poles. The investigation revealed that the carvings and totem poles sold in both stores were sourced from Rodrigo Creative Crafts\, a company owned by Glenda Rodrigo and located in the Philippines. The company used Filipino labor to produce the artwork before shipping them to the Rodrigo’s stores in Alaska\, where they were sold as authentic Alaska Native art. \n\n\n\nThis training is available to all interested parties. There is no charge to attend this training\, and CLE will not be available. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Lamesha Bowman at Lamesha.Bowman@usdoj.gov or Deborah Thomas at Deborah.Thomas@usdoj.gov.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/protecting-tribal-culture-the-indian-arts-and-crafts-act/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Justice (DOJ),Tribal Justice
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SUMMARY:IGA–NCAI Task Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Indian Gaming Association (IGA) and the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) for the next IGA–NCAI Task Force Meeting on June 3\, 2026\, at 3:00 p.m. ET. Created in response to emerging threats to Tribal sovereignty and Tribal treaty rights\, the IGA–NCAI Task Force brings together Tribal leaders\, attorneys\, lobbyists\, and other interested parties to discuss legal\, administrative\, and legislative challenges impacting Tribal Nations. \n\n\n\nThis meeting will provide updates on recent threats to sovereignty and treaty rights related to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s allowance of sports contract prediction markets as financial derivatives. The IGA and NCAI will also share information on ongoing efforts to protect Tribal sovereignty and treaty rights through agency action\, legislation\, and litigation. \n\n\n\nRegister today to join the discussion and stay informed on this critical issue impacting Tribal Nations.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/iga-ncai-task-force-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T235959
DTSTAMP:20260529T193341Z
CREATED:20260529T193339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T193341Z
UID:10004167-1780617600-1780790399@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Alabama-Coushatta Tribe 56th Annual Powwow
DESCRIPTION:The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe’s 56th Annual Powwow will take place on June 5-6. The event showcases Native American culture through traditional singing\, dancing\, food\, arts and crafts. Organizers say the powwow offers visitors an opportunity to learn about tribal traditions while enjoying a family-friendly atmosphere.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/alabama-coushatta-tribe-56th-annual-powwow/
CATEGORIES:Pow Wows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T120000
DTSTAMP:20260527T175201Z
CREATED:20260527T175159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T175201Z
UID:10004165-1781002800-1781006400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Beyond the Bite: The Growing Link Between Ticks and Food Allergy
DESCRIPTION:This webinar offers a comprehensive overview of alpha-gal syndrome (AGS)\, a tick-borne condition triggered by exposure to galactose-α-1\,3-galactose (“alpha-gal”)\, which can cause an allergy to mammalian meats and products containing mammal-derived ingredients\, including certain medications and vaccines.  
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/beyond-the-bite-the-growing-link-between-ticks-and-food-allergy/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T170840Z
CREATED:20260601T170839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T170840Z
UID:10004168-1781096400-1781096400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:ASAP.gov How to Enroll
DESCRIPTION:For Tribes and other organizations that are new to the ASAP system\, the Bureau of Fiscal Service is hosting a webinar that focuses on how to enroll in ASAP.gov on June 10\, 2026\, at 2:00 p.m. ET.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/asap-gov-how-to-enroll/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T130000
DTSTAMP:20260609T162950Z
CREATED:20260602T133630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T162950Z
UID:10004170-1781096400-1781096400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Unlock Federal Funding to Expand Outdoor Recreation Access: A Guide to the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program
DESCRIPTION:The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) was established by Congress in 2014 to “provide grants for projects to acquire land and water for parks and other outdoor recreation purposes and to develop new or renovate existing outdoor recreation facilities.” Since then\, the National Park Service has invested $465 million in local outdoor recreation projects through 165 grants in 37 states and the District of Columbia. \n\n\n\nTrust for Public Land (TPL) is working in partnership with the National Park Service (NPS) to provide potential applicants with: \n\n\n\n\nORLP application support webinar series\n\n\n\nOne-on-one ORLP applicant support\n\n\n\nSelf-serve resources for ORLP applicants\n\n\n\n\nThese tools will help applicants better understand the ORLP program requirements and create a competitive\, compelling grant application for the ORLP Program. \n\n\n\nORLP Webinar Series\n\n\n\nSession 1 of 4:Unlock Federal Funding to Expand Outdoor Recreation Access: A Guide to the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) ProgramRegister Here for Webinar 1 on June 10 at 2pm ET \n\n\n\nSession 2 of 4:NEW Federal Funding for Tribal Lands: How to Apply to the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) ProgramRegister Here for Webinar 2 on June 24 at 2pm ET \n\n\n\nSession 3 of 4:Before You Apply: Laying the Groundwork for ORLP SuccessRegister Here for Webinar 3 on July 8 at 2pm ET \n\n\n\nSession 4 of 4:Step by Step: How to Write a Competitive ORLP ApplicationRegister Here for Webinar 4 on July 29 at 2pm ET
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/unlock-federal-funding-to-expand-outdoor-recreation-access-a-guide-to-the-outdoor-recreation-legacy-partnership-orlp-program/2026-06-10/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Culture and Heritage,Economic Development,Health,Infrastructure,Land,National Park Service,Natural Resources,Social Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T134434Z
CREATED:20260609T134433Z
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UID:10004187-1781186400-1781190000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:NAFWS Webinar Series: Emerging Technologies in Wildlife Management
DESCRIPTION:The Native American Fish and Wildlife Society (NAFWS)\, in coordination with Tribal partners\, is conducting a webinar series designed to explore existing\, new\, and emerging technologies that support wildlife research and management in Tribal contexts. This series provides a dedicated space for Tribal fish and wildlife professionals to share knowledge and coordinate priorities that support Tribal sovereignty and the stewardship of natural resources.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/nafws-webinar-series-emerging-technologies-in-wildlife-management/2026-06-11/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Natural Resources,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T235959
DTSTAMP:20260430T180446Z
CREATED:20260430T180445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T180446Z
UID:10004137-1781222400-1781395199@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:29th Annual Coushatta Powwow
DESCRIPTION:We are very excited about our 29th Annual Powwow. Come join us June 12 & 13 in Kinder\, Louisiana. Bring the entire family!
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/29th-annual-coushatta-powwow/
CATEGORIES:Culture and Heritage,Pow Wows
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T235959
DTSTAMP:20260424T132849Z
CREATED:20260424T132847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T132849Z
UID:10004107-1781395200-1781740799@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:NCAI 2026 Mid Year Convention & Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:Work collaboratively with federal partners and Tribal organizations to defend and enhance Tribal sovereignty! Join us for NCAI’s 2026 Mid Year Convention & Marketplace\, June 14–17 at the Renasant Convention Center in Memphis\, Tennessee. \n\n\n\nTribal leaders\, NCAI members\, Native youth\, and partners from across Indian Country will gather for daily thematic programming featuring plenary panels and breakout sessions highlighting Tribal civic engagement\, pertinent legislation and advocacy updates\, and Tribal governance best practices. \n\n\n\nThe Mid Year Convention represents another critical opportunity to engage directly in the NCAI resolutions process. Resolutions reflect the collective priorities of Tribal Nations and help guide NCAI’s advocacy at the federal\, state\, and Tribal levels.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/ncai-2026-mid-year-convention-marketplace/
CATEGORIES:Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T235959
DTSTAMP:20260203T155842Z
CREATED:20260203T155811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T155842Z
UID:10003963-1781481600-1781654399@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Sovereignty Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Sovereignty Symposium provides a scholarly setting for the consideration of legal and policy issues facing tribal communities\, as well as a platform for the celebration of tribal sovereignty in all its forms–legal\, artistic\, cultural\, and economic.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/sovereignty-symposium/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T235959
DTSTAMP:20260617T201241Z
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SUMMARY:2026 USET Best Practices Conference
DESCRIPTION:USET member Tribal Nations have cared for their communities and environments since time immemorial. This wisdom and these invaluable best practices have been passed down through the generations fostering a unique relationship among each other and all living things. This advances a deep connection with the environment\, providing holistic health approaches\, and cultivates sustainable economic development. \n\n\n\nUSET presents an integrated approach to Tribal Sovereignty and Self-determination through the programmatic lens of our Offices of Environmental Resource Management\, Economic Development\, and Tribal Public Health. This conference hosts learning sessions for Tribal Leadership and staff to engage in a collaborative setting to share knowledge\, wisdom\, and innovation to enhance our collective strength and impact. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen\n\n\n\nThe conference begins on June 15 at 12:00 pm and ends on June 17 at 4:30 pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere\n\n\n\nLoews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza\, 2100 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN 37203 \n\n\n\nA Hotel Room Block has been negotiated for this event.  The discounted room rate is $229.00 + taxes per night. The deadline for the room block has been extended to Friday\, May 15\, 2026. \n\n\n\nTo make your reservation\, please call 800-336-3335 or connect using this link: Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza. If you have any issues making your reservation\, please contact BPCSupport@usetinc.org. \n\n\n\nTransportation to/from the Hotel: The hotel does not provide a shuttle service. The Nashville BNA Airport does have taxis and ride shares that will easily transport you to/from the hotel. \n\n\n\nParking: Information will be shared as soon as possible. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTravel stipends\n\n\n\nWe are no longer accepting requests for stipends. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here for the draft agenda\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend \n\n\n\nUSET member Tribal Nation Leaders\, staff\, committee members\, volunteers\, and citizens who can benefit in the exchange of information\, such as: \n\n\n\n\nUSET Member Tribal Nation Leaders\n\n\n\nUSET Member Tribal Health Staff: Health directors\, clinic staff\, diabetes coordinators\, behavioral health\, social services personnel\, emergency services personnel\, and public health professionals.\n\n\n\nUSET Member Tribal Economic Development Staff: Economic and Development Directors\, Enterprise leaders\, Community Development professionals\n\n\n\nUSET Member Tribal Natural Resources/Environmental Program Staff: Natural resource managers\, water and wastewater utility professionals\, agriculture program staff and producers\, cultural resource managers\, climate adaptation and resiliency staff\, school and childcare facilities managers\, and infrastructure and community development planners.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGoals\n\n\n\n\nTo provide collaborative spaces for USET member Tribal Nation Leaders and staff to share knowledge\, skills\, resources\, and fortify relationships. \n\n\n\nTo promote USET foundational pillars\, which support USET member Tribal Nations in strengthening communities of practice. \n\n\n\nTo provide innovative support service through cross-sectional tracks. \n\n\n\nTo ensure the health\, well-being\, and self-determination of present and future generations.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTracks\n\n\n\nThe USET Best Practices Conference tracks are designed to provide a diverse and comprehensive platform for exploring critical issues and emerging trends across various programmatic focuses.  These tracks aim to foster dialogue\, collaboration\, and innovation. Through engaging presentations\, panel discussions\, and networking opportunities\, participants will gain valuable insights\, share expertise\, and forge meaningful connections with fellow professionals and thought leaders. \n\n\n\nThe USET Offices of Environmental Resource Management\, the Economic Development\, and Tribal Public Health will present across these three domains: \n\n\n\n\nOur Homelands: Exploring the relationship between indigenous communities and their ancestral lands\, this track delves into the challenges and best practices of preserving cultural heritage\, community development\, and environmental stewardship.\n\n\n\nOur People: Focusing on the well-being and empowerment of indigenous people\, this track addresses issues such as health\, education\, and the preservation of traditional knowledge and languages.\n\n\n\nOur Voice: Envisioning a future shaped by indigenous perspectives\, this track explores innovative solutions to pressing global challenges and inclusion of indigenous narratives.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Events\n\n\n\nIn addition to dynamic plenary sessions and workshops\, the 2026 Best Practices Conference will host a series of special convenings\, and focused discussions designed to foster collaboration\, policy development\, and shared learning across Tribal leadership and partner organizations. These events create space for targeted dialogue on critical issues impacting Tribal Nations and communities. \n\n\n\nNote: Some special events may be limited to specific audiences. Please refer to the conference agenda and registration details for participation requirements. \n\n\n\n\nUSET Committee Gathering – New Structure & Draft Policy DiscussionThis dedicated gathering brings together USET Committees’ members to review and discuss the proposed new USET Committee structure and associated draft policy framework. This session is an important opportunity for committee members to contribute directly to shaping governance processes and ensuring effective representation and coordination.\n\n\n\nNashville Area Indian Health Service (IHS) Talking SessionJoin representatives from the Nashville Area Office of the Indian Health Service (IHS) for an interactive talking session focused on current initiatives\, emerging priorities\, and opportunities for collaboration with Tribal Nations.\n\n\n\nOTPH Dental Support Center TrainingThe OPTH Dental Support Center Training will focus on practical tools\, best practices\, and technical assistance resources available through OTPH to strengthen dental care delivery within their communities.\n\n\n\nOTPH Maternal Mortality Focus GroupThis focused convening will bring together Tribal leaders\, health professionals\, and subject-matter experts to participate in a session providing a culturally grounded space to discuss maternal health challenges\, share lived and professional experiences and identify strategies to reduce maternal mortality and improve outcomes for Native mothers and families.\n\n\n\nConvening of the Opioid TaskforceThe Opioid Taskforce Convening will provide an opportunity for taskforce members and partners to come together to discuss ongoing efforts to address the opioid crisis in Tribal communities.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExhibitors\n\n\n\nFor inquiries on exhibitor opportunities at the USET 2026 Tribal Best Practices Conference\, please contact us at bpcsupport@usetinc.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\n\nThe hotel does not provide airport shuttle service.\n\n\n\nAll meals will not be provided.\n\n\n\nA wellness room will be available for participants to take a moment to unwind and relieve some stress.\n\n\n\nA lactation room will be provided for participants needing to pump or breastfeed.\n\n\n\nIt will be hot and humid in Nashville. The weather is a bit unpredictable\, but heat and humidity are a guarantee. However\, some rooms in the hotel might be a bit chilly so it’s suggested to bring a light jacket or sweater.\n\n\n\nThere will be fabulous prizes given during general sessions and you must be present to win.\n\n\n\nThere will be amazing vendors!\n\n\n\nThe USET/USET Event app will have the most up-to-date information regarding sessions\, locations\, and maps. Notifications will be sent throughout the conference for helpful reminders and announcements.\n\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 Best Practices Conference event will be available in the app the week before the Conference. \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.\, masking\, covering coughs and sneezes). \n\n\n\nRemaining aware of potential health risks and staying informed about public health updates.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? \n\n\n\nContact us at bpcsupport@usetinc.org.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/2026-uset-best-practices-conference/
LOCATION:Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza\, 2100 West End Ave\, Nashville\, Tennessee\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Community Resilience,Economic Development,Health,Natural Resources,USET Programmatic Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T192548Z
CREATED:20260519T192546Z
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SUMMARY:Tribal Economies Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Tribal and Native Affairs are hosting a national Tribal Economies Webinar Series. The four webinars will highlight strategies Tribal governments and Indian Country businesses can pursue to finance projects that promote economic growth and housing opportunities. Practitioners will discuss the latest trends in Tribal finance\, including the use of tax incentives\, participation loans across regions\, and the growth and development of financial institutions that serve Indian Country. There is no fee to participate\, but registration is required. Register here. \n\n\n\nSession 1 – Expanding Financial Institutions in Indian Country\, June 17\, 2026 | 1:00-2:00 PM ETJoin this session to learn about increasing the number of financial institutions that serve Indian Country. Presenters will include representatives from banks\, community development financial institutions\, and credit unions. \n\n\n\nSession 2 – Closing the Gaps: Lender Credit Stacking in Tribal Communities\, July 22\, 2026 | 1:00-2:00 PM ETIndian Country project finance often incorporates a range of private and public sources. This session will feature recent examples of participation loans and other creative solutions to Tribal finance challenges. \n\n\n\nSession 3 – Attracting Private Capital in Indian Country Through Tax Credit Financing\, August 19\, 2026 | 1:00-2:00 PM ETTax credit finance is a critical aspect in many Tribal projects\, including housing and economic development. This session will provide examples of how Tribal projects can utilize New Markets Tax Credits\, Opportunity Zones\, and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. \n\n\n\nSession 4 – Bond Finance in Tribal Communities\, September 23\, 2026 | 1:00-2:00 PM ET During this session\, hear from financial institutions and Tribal governments how bond issuance can help grow Tribal economies and bring more capital to Indian Country. Presenters will share current examples.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-economies-webinar-series/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Housing,Treasury Department
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T135331Z
CREATED:20260605T135330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T135331Z
UID:10004181-1781787600-1781787600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Putting Your Tribe's SSBCI Funding to Work
DESCRIPTION:Join the NAFOA and the U.S. Department of the Treasury for an informational session about the successful implementation of the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) funding in Tribal Communities. \n\n\n\nThe allocation of SSBCI Funding to Tribal Nations is a historic investment in Indian Country Economic Development that Tribes previously lacked. Likewise\, many questions have emerged regarding funding utilization and tight timelines. \n\n\n\nLearn about next steps with SSBCI\, how your Tribe can pivot if necessary\, and how other Tribes have successfully deployed their SSBCI allocations. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\nJames Colombe\, Policy Advisor\, Office of Tribal & Native Affairs at U.S. Department of the Treasury\n\n\n\nCasey Pearlman\, Executive Director\, Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians Economic Development Corporation\n\n\n\nJeff Bowman\, President & CEO\, Bay Bank\n\n\n\nCharlene Robertson\, Chief Financial Officer\, Tlingit and Haida
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/putting-your-tribes-ssbci-funding-to-work/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Treasury Department,Tribal Organization Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260622T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T235959
DTSTAMP:20260203T141147Z
CREATED:20260203T141145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T141147Z
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SUMMARY:2026 SAFSF Forum
DESCRIPTION:The SAFSF Forum is a unique conference for the full spectrum of funders—including philanthropy\, investors\, community finance\, and intermediaries—to foster collaboration among peers\, field leaders\, and practitioners across the country around a shared mission for equitable and sustainable food and agriculture. The conference focuses on different approaches to moving impact capital to transform food systems. While funder learning is a central goal\, nonprofit movement leaders and food system partners are integral to the event’s success\, bringing on-the-ground wisdom and solutions. As we face a moment of profound transformation across non-profit\, philanthropy\, and food systems\, the SAFSF Forum is a gathering place for sense-making\, solutions\, and solidarity.  \n\n\n\nThe 2026 SAFSF Forum will take place in Savannah\, Georgia—a place where Afro-Indigenous stewardship\, Gullah Geechee traditions\, and Southern agrarian and culinary innovation intersect with today’s climate crisis\, land loss\, and rural economic disinvestment. The U.S. South is a fulcrum of American food and agriculture: a production powerhouse; a hub for farmworker and H-2A dynamics that shape national food supply; a climate frontline facing extreme heat\, hurricanes\, and flooding; and a logistics hub where Gulf and Atlantic ports—Savannah among them—move goods globally. Equity\, divestment\, and ownership struggles are also acutely felt here\, from Black land stewardship and heirs’ property challenges to corporate land capture in rural communities forcing displacement of local food systems. Because issues of land justice\, climate change\, rural economic development\, and systems of racism and exclusion converge so intensely in the South\, investing in community-led solutions in food and agriculture in the region can offer solutions to the country and the world. Throughout the Forum\, we will trace the throughline of Black and Indigenous Agrarianism\, uplifting lineages of liberatory organizing\, cooperative economics\, and rural self-determination that lay the foundation for a climate-resilient\, healthy\, and equitable food future beyond corporate control.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/2026-safsf-forum/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260622T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T235959
DTSTAMP:20260217T175225Z
CREATED:20260217T175155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T175225Z
UID:10003988-1782086400-1782431999@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:A Meeting of Sacred Waters
DESCRIPTION:The Restoring Balance Collaborative is convening A Meeting of Sacred Waters 2026 to collectively restore the health of the world’s water sources as part of our ancestral responsibilities to future generations.  Indigenous wellbeing is inseparable from land\, water\, culture and self-determination. We invite you to join us as relatives who share our mission to safeguard and care for Indigenous well-being and our natural water sources amid a changing climate.   \n\n\n\nSacred Waters brings Indigenous leaders\, practitioners\, and land and water stewards together to: \n\n\n\n\nCatalyze Indigenous-led systems changes through relational approaches to water and health\n\n\n\nStrengthen cultural connection and shared responsibility \n\n\n\nInspire practical solutions to protect the most vulnerable waterways across Turtle Island and the Pacific\n\n\n\n\nEvent details:  \n\n\n\n\nDates: June 22-25\, 2026\n\n\n\nLocation: Isleta Pueblo Resort\, Albuquerque\, New Mexico\n\n\n\nTheme: Remembering the Past Into the Present\n\n\n\nLearn more or register: https://cvent.me/xEMKWZ   \n\n\n\n\nThere are many ways to engage with Sacred Waters.  Our Call for Proposals is currently open\, and we invite you and others in your network to share their land and water stewardship practices with a global audience. We are hosting an information session on February 26th.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/95915/
CATEGORIES:Community Resilience,Natural Resources
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T181016Z
CREATED:20260615T181015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T181016Z
UID:10004193-1782212400-1782216000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:FEMA BRIC Funding Resources for Tribal Nations
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure & Communities (BRIC) funding opportunity and the grant application process for Tribal Nations. This webinar is for Tribal elected leaders and Tribal administration\, emergency management\, building\, housing\, transportation\, health\, economic development\, workforce development & finance leaders
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/fema-bric-funding-resources-for-tribal-nations/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Federal Emergency Mgmt Agency (FEMA),Transportation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T141500
DTSTAMP:20260605T135646Z
CREATED:20260605T135645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T135646Z
UID:10004182-1782219600-1782224100@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Strengthening AMBER Alert Responses in Indian Country: Implementation and a Survivor's Perspective
DESCRIPTION:The Ashlynne Mike AMBER Alert in Indian Country Act of 2018 was enacted to address gaps in emergency alerting systems that previously limited tribal participation in AMBER Alert activations. This presentation will explore how the AMBER Alert Training and Technical Assistance Program\, through the AMBER Alert in Indian Country (AIIC) program which is assists tribal communities in strengthening their emergency response capabilities for cases involving missing or abducted children. This presentation will also highlight a survivor’s perspective from Ashlynne Mike’s mother\, Pamela Foster. \n\n\n\nThis training is available to all interested parties. There is no charge to attend this training\, and CLE will not be available. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nIf 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.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/strengthening-amber-alert-responses-in-indian-country-implementation-and-a-survivors-perspective/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Interior (DOI),Dept of Justice (DOJ)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T183108Z
CREATED:20260513T175457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T183108Z
UID:10004146-1782302400-1782306000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Modernizing the EHR for Clinical Advancement
DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually for an insightful webinar\, Modernizing the EHR for Clinical Advancement: Our Journey with Oracle Health Solutions\, on June 24th at 12:00 pm central time where the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians’ Choctaw Health Center shares its real-world experience transforming clinical workflows through EHR modernization. Learn how leveraging Oracle Health Solutions supports data-driven decision-making\, improved care delivery\, and positions MBCI’s organization for future clinical innovation.  \n\n\n\nWhen: June 24 at 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Central/1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: All healthcare professionals including physicians\, advance practice providers\, pharmacists\, nurses\, Health Directors\, administrative staff\, etc. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives: Attendees will gain knowledge about the EHR migration process.This webinar will feature speakers with insight across multiple areas of management.Attendees will hear stories from the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians’ Choctaw Health Center about their experiences with their personalized Electronic Health Record migration.There will be a Q&A with healthcare leaders regarding EHR for Clinical Advancement. \n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Bryan Hendrix\, Data Improvement Manager\, bhendrix@usetinc.org (615)427-2441
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/modernizing-the-ehr-for-clinical-advancement/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T171305Z
CREATED:20260601T171304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T171305Z
UID:10004169-1782306000-1782309600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:ASAP.gov How to Make a Payment Request
DESCRIPTION:This training will provide information on how to initiate payment requests (drawdowns) on ASAP.gov and view reports. The webinar will be held on June 24\, 2026\, at 2:00 p.m. ET.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/asap-gov-how-to-make-a-payment-request/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T181813Z
CREATED:20260520T181742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T181813Z
UID:10004162-1782381600-1782399600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Sovereignty in Numbers: The 2026 Center for Indian Country Development Data Summit
DESCRIPTION:Recent years have brought economic data innovations across Indian Country and new models for governing data in ways that honor tribal data sovereignty. Digital advancements have made it easier to collect and analyze data\, and artificial intelligence (AI) has introduced new risks and possibilities. Tools such as tribal censuses\, economic impact reports\, and the Survey of Native Nations are equipping tribes with new forms of data as they navigate economic realities. During a time of rapid change\, how are tribes leveraging emerging data opportunities in ways that safeguard tribal citizens and values? \n\n\n\nThe Center for Indian Country Development’s (CICD’s) 2026 data summit will feature conversations with Indian Country thought leaders on what it means to marshal data for economic self-determination. Tribal leaders will share ways they’re working with economic data to design services for tribal citizens\, attract investment in their communities\, and steward their resources for future generations. Speakers will also explore ways tribes are shaping emerging data applications on their own terms.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/sovereignty-in-numbers-the-2026-center-for-indian-country-development-data-summit/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Economic Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T123000
DTSTAMP:20260625T202437Z
CREATED:20260402T161530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T202437Z
UID:10004087-1782387000-1782390600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:A Multi-Pronged Approach: The Role of Spirituality in Substance Use Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging session with Chief Spencer Lyons from the Onondaga Nation as they explore how spirituality can play an important role in substance use recovery. This session will share strategies on how to engage in meaningful conversations about spirituality and incorporate spirituality into substance use recovery programs. \n\n\n\nWhen: June 25 at 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Central/12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Public health officials\, counselors\, social workers\, clinicians\, service providers\, Tribal leaders\, Elders\, Traditional Healers\, spiritual and religious leaders\, and others with interest. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives: Participants will gain an understanding of:  \n\n\n\n\nThe value of using cultural and spiritual practices to restore balance and support substance use recovery. \n\n\n\nHow to lead meaningful conversations about spirituality and what spiritual elements to include in programming. \n\n\n\nPractical steps to incorporate spiritual teachings into substance use recovery programs. \n\n\n\nStrategies to address barriers to incorporating spiritual teachings into substance use programming.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Caro Caballero\, ccaballero@usetinc.org
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/a-multi-pronged-approach-the-role-of-spirituality-in-substance-use-recovery/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health,USET Programmatic Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T133000
DTSTAMP:20260616T142607Z
CREATED:20260616T142606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T142607Z
UID:10004194-1782388800-1782394200@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Tribal Child Support Enforcement Agencies Onboarding
DESCRIPTION:The Supporting America’s Children and Families Act authorizes Tribal child support enforcement agencies (Tribal IV-D agencies) to access federal tax information (FTI) directly to obtain federal tax refund offsets for the collection of past-due child support. \n\n\n\nJoin the Internal Revenue Service on June 25\, 2026\, from 1:00–2:30 p.m. ET for a webinar on the onboarding process that child support enforcement (CSE) programs must complete to gain access to FTI. Presenters will discuss key safeguarding requirements and compliance obligations for CSE programs\, as well as contractors working on behalf of state\, local\, and Tribal IV-D agencies. \n\n\n\nAccess to FTI by CSE programs\, and contractors of state\, local\, and Tribal IV-D agencies\, is governed by the safeguarding requirements of sections 6103(p)(4) and 6103(p)(9) of the Code. Publication 1075\, Tax Information Security Guidelines for Federal\, State and Local Agencies (Publication 1075) outlines the policies\, practices\, technical security controls\, and safeguards necessary to protect the confidentiality of FTI. \n\n\n\nRegister here to learn more about the onboarding process and the security requirements for accessing and protecting federal tax information.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/tribal-child-support-enforcement-agencies-onboarding/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T140000
DTSTAMP:20260707T184615Z
CREATED:20260625T202448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T184615Z
UID:10004149-1782392400-1782396000@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:2026 USET Community Resilience Roundtables
DESCRIPTION:Join the USET’s Office of Environmental Resource Management (OERM) Tribal Community Resilience Program for a series of virtual roundtable discussions on Tribal Nations’ resilience strategies\, successes\, and challenges. Each roundtable will begin with a short presentation on an environmental or community project taking place in the USET region followed by questions and open discussion for attendees to learn from one another and build community across the region. The topic of each roundtable will be announced the week before each session via social media and email. We encourage attendees to join even the sessions that may not be obviously related to their interests or duties since all facets of environmental resilience interact and discussions are enriched by diverse participants. \n\n\n\nThese roundtables are intended exclusively for Tribal citizens and staff of Tribal Nations and Tribal organizations\, especially in the USET region\, and are not open to non-Tribal partners. To promote a comfortable and safer environment for discussion\, the roundtables will not be recorded. For the same reason\, AI/note-taking bots are not permitted and will be removed from each session. \n\n\n\nWhen: The fourth Thursday of each month at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Central/2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Tribal Nation staff\, leaders\, and citizens interested in environmental and community resilience regardless of typical work duties \n\n\n\nLearning objectives: Attendees will learn about new approaches to environmental and community resilience across Nations and sectors while building relationships and potential partnerships across the region. \n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Steph Courtney\, USET Community Resilience Liaison\, at scourtney@usetinc.org with any questions or concerns.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/2026-uset-community-resilience-roundtables-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Resilience,Natural Resources
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T160722Z
CREATED:20260522T153527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T160722Z
UID:10004163-1782392400-1782397800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:DHS National Tribal Drop-In Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to our monthly tribal drop-in meeting on June 18\, 2026\, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (ET). The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Intergovernmental Affairs Tribal Affairs team will host the meeting\, joined by DHS component tribal liaisons and representatives. \n\n\n\nWe want to keep the conversation going with Tribal Leaders and their representatives. Our goal is to make sure you know about the resources and services DHS offers\, give you updates about our programs\, and answer any questions you have. We also want to learn from your experiences and wisdom\, so we can work together in ways that benefit everyone. \n\n\n\nHere’s what we’re aiming for: \n\n\n\n\nRegular chances to talk and share information\, so you always know what is happening.\n\n\n\nOpportunities for you to ask questions and get clear answers.\n\n\n\nA space where you can share your ideas and insights\, helping us improve our programs.\n\n\n\nBuilding trust and transparency\, so you feel confident in working with DHS.\n\n\n\nMaking sure communication is open and ongoing.\n\n\n\n\nWe look forward to your participation at the monthly tribal drop-in. Registration is required to receive the invitation. If you have questions before the meeting\, contact us at Tribal.Affairs@hq.dhs.gov for a prompt response.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/dhs-national-tribal-drop-in-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Dept of Homeland Security (DHS),Homeland Security and Emergency Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T110000
DTSTAMP:20260629T225916Z
CREATED:20260429T131850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T225916Z
UID:10004135-1782723600-1782730800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Community Health Assessments: Ethical Considerations in the Data Collection Process
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging session with Dr. Charlotte Huntley as they walk us through the ethical considerations to weigh while collecting data for a Community Health Assessment (CHA). A CHA is a tool that can be used to assess community health. It uses quantitative and qualitative procedures to systematically collect and analyze health data. As such\, it is essential to understand appropriate and effective approaches for collecting community data. The session will provide you with qualitative and quantitative research guidelines; while also helping you more effectively plan\, manage\, and implement meaningful CHAs. \n\n\n\nWhen: June 29 at 9:00 am – 11:00 am Central/10:00 am – 12:00 pm Eastern \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Tribal Nation staff\, data analysts\, data reporters\, researchers\, community workers\, interviewers\, clinic directors\, Tribal leaders\, and others with interest. \n\n\n\nLearning objectives: Participants will:  \n\n\n\n\nGain an understanding of Community Health Assessment (CHA) basics. \n\n\n\nLearn about ethical considerations in quantitative and qualitative research\, such as privacy\, accessibility\, and community involvement\, etc. \n\n\n\nReview actionable guidelines that can be used during quantitative and qualitative research for CHAs.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Caro Caballero\, ccaballero@usetinc.org
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/community-health-assessments-ethical-considerations-in-the-data-collection-process/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T133000
DTSTAMP:20260629T225953Z
CREATED:20260529T164810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T225953Z
UID:10004166-1782734400-1782739800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USDA Forest Service Tribal Forum: EXPLORE Act (Section 121-BOLT)
DESCRIPTION:Honorable Tribal Leader: \n\n\n\nThe U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service\, in conjunction with the Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management\, is notifying you of the opportunity to consult on the implementation of Section 121 of the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act\, also known as the BOLT Act. \n\n\n\nThis requires the Departments of Agriculture and Interior to identify opportunities to develop or complete long-distance bike trails. The Summary Analysis document summarizes key pieces of the BOLT Act and identifies how implementation may affect Tribal governments\, Alaska Native Corporations\, and the Tribal citizens they may represent.  It also identifies how bike trails\, maps\, signage\, and promotional activities\, identified through Section 121 could be leveraged by Tribes to support Tribal tourism efforts.  \n\n\n\nThis information\, as well as information on other agency issues\, is also available on the Forest Service\, Office of Tribal Relations’ National Consultation webpage at https://www.fs.usda.gov/working-with-us/tribal-relations/national-consultation. \n\n\n\nTogether\, the agencies are planning a Tribal Forum engagement session on June 29th to share information related to EXPLORE Act sections anticipated for 2026 and answer questions pertaining to Section 121. The details of the forum are below as well as the registration link. Please follow the link below to register for the Tribal Forum engagement session. \n\n\n\n Tribal Forum DetailsDate: June 29th\, 2026Time: 1-2:30 easternPlatform: ZoomRegistration Link: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/5hn21LRnTw-ry-xxxTYnJwAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n\n\n\nThe agencies are using email to ensure timely communication of this notification of opportunity to consult. The agencies are available to facilitate consultation with agency Consulting Officials. Consultation Officials will summarize issues and report the outcomes of consultation to relevant Directors. To allow the agencies adequate time to consider and incorporate the results of consultation\, we request that you submit your requests or comments within 120 days of receipt of this correspondence. \n\n\n\nPlease contact the agency consulting official in your area\, or the Office of Tribal Relations in Washington\, D.C.\, at SM.FS.otrtribalcon@usda.gov\, to ask any questions. Thank you for your time and consideration.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/96898/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Consultation,Culture and Heritage,Dept of Agriculture (USDA),Economic Development,Natural Resources
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T133000
DTSTAMP:20260625T171210Z
CREATED:20260625T171209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T171210Z
UID:10004206-1782736200-1782739800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:USDA Rural Development Stakeholder Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:Please register to attend a listening session with USDA Rural Development agency leaders to address upcoming changes and improvements to agency operations. Information on the announced reorganization for USDA Rural Development can be found online at www.rd.usda.gov/reorganization.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/usda-rural-development-stakeholder-listening-session/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Dept of Agriculture (USDA),Listening Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T170658Z
CREATED:20260625T170656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T170658Z
UID:10004205-1782817200-1782820800@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:CMS All Tribes Webinar: CMS-2454-IFC Interim Final Rule with Comment Period and State Medicaid Director Letter on Budget Neutrality and Certification for Section 1115 Medicaid Demonstration Projects
DESCRIPTION:The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Division of Tribal Affairs\, in collaboration with the CMS Children and Adults Health Programs Group and the State Demonstrations Group\, is holding an All Tribes Consultation Webinar Tuesday\, June 30 from 12 to 1 p.m. Eastern. The webinar offers an overview of the Medicaid Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Interim Final Rule with Comment Period (CMS-2454-IFC) and State Medicaid Director Letter (SMDL) on Budget Neutrality and Certification by the Chief Actuary of CMS for Section 1115 Medicaid Demonstration Projects. \n\n\n\nOn June 1\, 2026\, CMS released an Interim Final Rule with Comment (IFC) that interprets and implements the community engagement requirement in Medicaid under section 1902(xx) of the Social Security Act (the Act) as added by section 71119 of Public Law 119-21 (the Working Families Tax Cut legislation). It also fulfills the requirement for CMS to promulgate an interim final rule to implement these provisions no later than June 1\, 2026. For more on how to submit comments and to review the entire rule\, visit the Federal Register website. \n\n\n\nOn June 11\, 2026\, CMS published an SMDL to give states early notice regarding the changes to budget neutrality at subsection 1115(g) of the Act. CMS is preparing a notice of proposed rulemaking and suggested revisions to 42 CFR part 431 subpart G related to section 1115 demonstration projects. CMS expects to provide additional details\, guidance\, and technical assistance to states prior to January 1\, 2027. Plan to attend the June 30 webinar for a general overview of the IFC and SMDL. Review the fact sheet on the requirement for additional information.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/cms-all-tribes-webinar-cms-2454-ifc-interim-final-rule-with-comment-period-and-state-medicaid-director-letter-on-budget-neutrality-and-certification-for-section-1115-medicaid-demonstration-projects/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS),Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T140000
DTSTAMP:20260630T121430Z
CREATED:20260630T121429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T121430Z
UID:10004216-1782914400-1782914400@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:Overview of OMB Rule Proposing Significant Changes to Financial Assistance
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) published a proposed rule that rewrites 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance) — the single regulation governing every federal grant\, cooperative agreement\, and pass-through award. The proposal reaches across all 42 federal departments and could negatively impact Tribal Nations and Tribal organizations and their respective Tribal programs. Federal funding for Tribal programs is not discretionary. It stems from treaties\, congressional statutes\, court decisions\,  and is a requirement of the federal government’s trust obligations to Tribal Nations. \n\n\n\nOMB has acknowledged the need for Tribal consultation\, but consultation after publication is not meaningful. Tribal Nations must be provided the opportunity to share their input with OMB before the rule and its subsequent policy framework is proposed. \n\n\n\nWhy This Is a Serious Threat \n\n\n\nThe proposal would reshape how the Federal government awards and administers all grants and financial assistance\, giving them control over $1 trillion in annual Federal awards. The provisions will reach every Tribal Nation\, Tribal Organization\, most major universities and hospitals\, and countless Tribal nonprofits and community organizations serving American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/ANs)\, in rural and urban settings. \n\n\n\nThreatens the sovereignty of Tribal Nations including Tribal and culturally specific programs. New national-policy\, disparate-impact\, reporting\, and procurement provisions may be used to restrict Tribal advocacy\, data sovereignty\, culturally specific services\, cross-border Tribal work\, and Tribal procurement laws. \n\n\n\nPolitical control over awards. The proposed rule would appoint senior political appointees from the Executive Branch to ensure grantees are aligned with the Administration’s “national interest\,” thus demoting peer review to advisory in nature only\, creating risk that changing political priorities override Tribal Nations’ priorities\, statutory purposes\, and Tribal specific expertise and community need. \n\n\n\nSuspension and termination risk. Proposed sections of the rule permit termination of discretionary awards based on agency priorities or the “national interest” and permits suspension in an agency or pass-through entity’s interest. A pause can shut down life-safety services within Tribal communities. \n\n\n\nRisk conditions and funding barriers. Proposed sections of the rule would expand applicant-risk review and program-level conditions. The proposal also creates pressure favoring lower indirect-cost rates\, penalizing remote and under-resourced Tribal governments.Direct program consequences. At risk are VAWA\, MMIP\, victim services\,Tribal justice\, housing\, education\, natural resources\, water\, energy\, transportation\, broadband\, workforce\, and Tribal cultural and language programs\, among other critical programs serving AI/ANs.What Tribal Leaders Can Do Now \n\n\n\n\nAttend the NCAI Webinar on July 1.\n\n\n\nAttend the NAFOA Webinar on July 8. \n\n\n\nVisit the Coalition for Tribal Sovereignty website to download the Tribal Grant Termination toolkit and monitor for a template comment letter on the OMB Rulemaking. \n\n\n\nSubmit formal Tribal comments by July 13\, 2026\, and demand that OMB engage in meaningful government-to-government Tribal Consultation (not after-the-fact consultation)\, before adoption of a final rule.\n\n\n\nInclude a Tribal impact analysis and/or program examples.\n\n\n\nDemand a binding savings clause protecting treaty rights\, trust duties\, and statutory Indian programs\, and program-specific protections over conflicting Part 200 proposed requirements.\n\n\n\nOppose political-priority grant-making authority\, termination and suspension; require notice\, due process\, appeal rights\, advance payments\, continuity funding\, and full recovery of negotiated indirect costs.\n\n\n\nDemand that OMB publish a Tribal impact analysis and certify that no final rule will impair Tribal sovereignty\, treaty rights\, trust obligations\, and congressionally appropriated Tribal program whether administered through direct services or by a Tribal Nation.\n\n\n\n\nComments are due July 13\, 2026 (45 days after publication). \n\n\n\nPlease go to www.regulations.gov to submit your comments under docket OMB-2026-0034. The Administration aims to make the rule effective October 1\, 2026. \n\n\n\nNote that submitting comments by the July 13th due date will help Tribal Nations build an administrative record to preserve APA claims as well as important ISDEAA\, treaty and trust arguments.  THE TIME TO ACT IS NOW. A general grant-management regulation must not be permitted to weaken the United States’ treaty\, trust\, statutory\, and government-to-government obligations to Tribal Nations.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/overview-of-omb-rule-proposing-significant-changes-to-financial-assistance/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Tribal Organization Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T230221Z
CREATED:20260629T230220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T230221Z
UID:10004212-1782993600-1782993600@www.usetinc.org
SUMMARY:“Merciless Indian Savages”: America 250 Through an Indigenous Lens
DESCRIPTION:As the U.S. marks 250 years\, ICT brings together Indigenous journalists\, scholars and community leaders to examine this milestone through an Indigenous lens — confronting the founding era’s impact on Native nations\, exploring tribal sovereignty and activism today\, and envisioning a more truthful national narrative for the next 250 years. Join us July 2 for a conversation that reclaims narrative and elevates Indigenous voices.
URL:https://www.usetinc.org/event/merciless-indian-savages-america-250-through-an-indigenous-lens/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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