Indian Health Care Improvement Act Passes
Good news! The Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA), which would modernize and improve health care for American Indians and Alaska Natives, passed both the House and Senate as part of its health insurance reform legislation. Find out more.
FCNL has joined with Native groups and other allies for nearly ten years to lobby to improve access to and availability of
health care services among Native Americans.
Cobell Case Reaches Settlement At Last: Your Action Still Needed
After 13 years, the case between Elouise Cobell and the U.S. government concerning the mismanagement of more than $100 billion worth of resources on Indian-owned land has come to a settlement. Cobell noted that while they could have persisted, “My greatest optimism about this settlement . . . is the hope it holds for significant and permanent reform. . . ”
Take Action: Ask Congress to approve this landmark settlement.
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Tribal Law and Order Act: Still a Focus in Congress
The Tribal Law and Order Act (S. 797 / H.R. 1924) is still in the spotlight in both the House and the Senate. In a recent hearing in the House, witnesses clarified points and made suggestions for improvement to the bill. The Senate recently passed this legislation out of committee.
Cosponsors continue to trickle in, but we need more! Urge your representatives and senators to cosponsor this legislation.
Must Read Resources:
- Maze of Injustice, Amnesty International
 (PDF)
- Addressing the Epidemic of Domestic Violence in Indian Country by Restoring Tribal Sovereignty, American Constitution Society (PDF)
President Obama Hosts Tribal Nations Conference
"Today's sessions are part of a lasting conversation that's crucial to our shared future."
~ President Obama, speaking to representatives from each of the federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native tribes at the White House on November 5. Watch a video of a conference session on the White House web site. |
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