Indian Country https://aipi.asu.edu/ en Call To Action: Upcoming Tribal Consultations: Indian Affairs Workforce Efficiency and Productivity – EO 14210 https://aipi.asu.edu/blog/2025/04/call-action-upcoming-tribal-consultations-indian-affairs-workforce-efficiency-and <h1 class="article"> Call To Action: Upcoming Tribal Consultations: Indian Affairs Workforce Efficiency and Productivity – EO 14210 </h1> <span><span lang="" about="/users/tlmorri3" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">tlmorri3</span></span> <span>April 22, 2025</span> <div class="layout__fixed-width"> </div> <div > <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="layout__region layout__region--first col-md-"> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blocktext-content clearfix default"> <div class="formatted-text"> <div class="uds-highlighted-heading"> <h3><span class="highlight-gold">AIPI Blog</span></h3> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block"> <h1 class="article"> Call To Action: Upcoming Tribal Consultations: Indian Affairs Workforce Efficiency and Productivity – EO 14210 </h1> </div> <div class="block"> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The U.S. Department of the Interior's Indian Affairs office has </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.bia.gov/service/tribal-consultations/indian-affairs-workforce-efficiency-and-productivity-eo-14210" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">announced a new series</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> of Tribal consultations in response to </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/02/14/2025-02762/implementing-the-presidents-department-of-government-efficiency-workforce-optimization-initiative" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Executive Order 14210: “Revitalizing the Federal Workforce,”</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> issued by President Trump on February 11, 2025. This directive establishes the </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Department of Government Efficiency</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> (DOGE) Workforce Optimization Initiative, a government-wide effort to reform the federal workforce by enhancing efficiency, streamlining operations, and improving the delivery of services to the American public, including Tribal Nations.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Who Should Attend?</span></span></span></span></span></span><br /> <span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">These consultations are open to elected Tribal leaders or their designated proxies. Tribal citizens, staff, and organizations are also welcome to attend and listen in.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">What’s at Stake?</span></span></span></span></span></span><br /> <span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">As required by EO 14210, all federal agencies must develop an Agency Reorganization Plan to enhance workforce efficiency and productivity. For agencies serving Tribal Nations, such as Indian Affairs, this process must comply with related federal policies that require meaningful and timely Tribal consultation when developing policies with Tribal implications.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Thus, the decisions informed by these consultations extend beyond internal efficiency; they directly impact the federal government’s ability to uphold its trust and treaty obligations. This process provides a crucial opportunity for Tribal leaders to ensure that restructuring efforts align with Tribal priorities, protect sovereignty, and preserve vital services for Tribal communities.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:19px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Consultation Schedule</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <div> <table style="border:none; border-collapse:collapse" width="623"> <colgroup> <col width="72" /> <col width="104" /> <col width="120" /> <col width="327" /> </colgroup> <tbody> <tr> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:72px"> <p style="line-height:1.38; text-align:center"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Session</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:104px"> <p style="line-height:1.38; text-align:center"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Area</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:120px"> <p style="line-height:1.38; text-align:center"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Format</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:327px"> <p style="line-height:1.38; text-align:center"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Date &amp; Time</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:72px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">1</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:104px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Alaska</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:120px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Hybrid</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:327px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">May 20, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. AT</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:72px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">2</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:104px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">California</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:120px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Hybrid</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:327px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">May 22, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:72px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">3</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:104px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Albuquerque</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:120px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Hybrid</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:327px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">May 27, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. MT</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:72px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">4</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:104px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Minnesota</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:120px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Hybrid</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:327px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">May 29, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. CT</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:72px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">5</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:104px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">BIE Personnel</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:120px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Virtual Only</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:327px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">May 30, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:72px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">6</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:104px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Oklahoma</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:120px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Hybrid</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:327px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">June 3, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. CT</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:72px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">7</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:104px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Washington, DC</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:120px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Hybrid</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:327px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">June 5, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:72px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">8</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:104px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Open</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:120px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Virtual Only</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> <td style="vertical-align:top; padding:7px 7px 7px 7px; width:327px"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="overflow:hidden"><span style="overflow-wrap:break-word"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">June 6, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Why It Matters</span></span></span></span></span></span><br /> <span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">In a time of shifting political priorities and heightened scrutiny of federal programs, the future of Indian Affairs is being shaped in real time. Decisions made under the banner of efficiency and streamlining can have profound consequences for Tribal Nations, particularly if those decisions are made without meaningful input from the Tribal community.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Thus, these consultations are not just procedural, but pivotal. They provide formal avenues for Tribal Nations to assert their sovereignty, elevate community priorities, and ensure that restructuring efforts do not compromise the federal government’s trust and treaty obligations.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">With EO 14210 driving a government-wide push for workforce realignment, Indian Country must remain at the table to ensure its representation. These sessions provide an opportunity to remind federal agencies that Tribal communities are not just stakeholders; they are sovereign nations. It’s essential to understand how services are delivered, but even more critical to ask who makes those decisions, and whether they reflect the self-determined priorities and visions of Tribal Nations.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:19px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">How to Participate</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Now more than ever, Tribal voices are essential in shaping a future for Indian Affairs that is accountable, responsive, and rooted in the government-to-government relationship. Visit the official </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.bia.gov/service/tribal-consultations/indian-affairs-workforce-efficiency-and-productivity-eo-14210" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Indian Affairs website</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> to register for upcoming consultation meetings!&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Additionally, you can review the official </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.bia.gov/sites/default/files/dup/tcinfo/04.14.25_ia00016697_dtll_workforce_efficiency_consultations_final_sjdavis_4.15.25.pdf" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Dear Tribal Leader Letter</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> for more information and context. 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white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Because the next generation deserves Indigenous leaders in every classroom—and every decision-making room.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Content</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Why Indigenous Leadership Matters in Education</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">How to Move Up in Education as a Native Professional</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Opportunities for Indigenous Professional Development in Education</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:17pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Why Indigenous Leadership Matters in Education</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Indigenous students thrive when they see their cultures, values, and communities reflected in their learning environments. Yet, according to the </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.niea.org/native-student-data" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">National Indian Education Association</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">, Native students are far less likely than their peers to have a teacher who shares their racial and ethnic background, and the vast majority of teachers in American Indian and Alaskan Native majority schools are white (61%); just 29% of teachers in American Indian and Alaskan Native majority schools are Indigenous, and only 10% of public school teachers in Hawaii and Alaska are Native Hawaiians or Native Alaskans.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">That’s why investing in </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Indigenous educational leadership development</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> is critical—representation at the front of the classroom isn’t enough. We need Native educators to shape what and how we teach.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Today’s Indigenous educators are the changemakers we need in leadership roles—guiding curriculum, mentoring staff, and advocating for systems that reflect the needs of Native learners. Building </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">leadership skills for Indigenous educators</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> ensures that the future of education is not only more inclusive but also more effective.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">If you’ve ever wondered </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">how Indigenous educators can grow into leadership roles</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">, you’re already on the right path. From classroom teachers to school leaders, the journey isn’t just about promotions—it’s about impact. It’s about </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">supporting Native teachers in becoming school leaders</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> who carry community knowledge and cultural wisdom into every decision they make.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">If you're ready for </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">career growth as an Indigenous teacher</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">, consider what’s possible when you join a program built on </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">culturally relevant leadership development in education</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:17pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">How to Move Up in Education as a Native Professional</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">After a few years in the classroom, many Native educators begin to ask:&nbsp; </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">How can I expand my impact beyond the students in front of me?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Leadership can take many forms—department chairs, curriculum leads, principals, policy advisors, or mentors to new teachers. The key is finding a program that meets you where you are.</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none"> </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Whether you’re interested in mentorship, curriculum development, or school administration, </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Indigenous educators' leadership training</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> can help you move forward with clarity and confidence.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Through intentional </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">leadership skill-building for Indigenous educators</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">, you’ll learn how to lead change and advocate for your students from positions of influence. The right </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">education career development for Native professionals</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> isn’t just about earning credentials. It’s about unlocking your voice and your vision for community-centered education.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:17pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Opportunities for Indigenous Professional Development in Education</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">If you’re seeking </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">professional growth as an Indigenous educator</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">, the Indigenous Leadership Academy (ILA) is here to guide you in your next steps.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">This </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Indigenous education leadership program</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> is built for mid-career professionals—those with 3–5 years of experience who are already making a difference and are now ready to do even more. The Academy offers a space to build confidence, gain strategic skills, and grow alongside other Native changemakers. Through culturally relevant content, practical projects, and community support, participants leave ready to lead in any educational setting.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:13pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Ready to Step Into Leadership?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Leadership in Indigenous education starts with you. 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default"> <div class="formatted-text"> <div class="uds-highlighted-heading"> <h3><span class="highlight-gold">AIPI Blog</span></h3> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block"> <h1 class="article"> ILA’s Leadership Program for Indigenous Health Care Professionals </h1> </div> <div class="block"> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Grow your career. Lead your community. Step into your power.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Content:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Why Indigenous Leadership Matters in Health Care</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">How to Move Up in Health Care as a Native Professional</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Introducing the Indigenous Health Care Leadership Academy</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height:1.38">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:17pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Why Indigenous Leadership Matters in Health Care&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Indigenous healthcare professionals can address the unique disparities faced by Native Americans, Alaskan Natives, and Hawaiian Natives, who, according to the </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.ihs.gov/newsroom/factsheets/disparities/" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Indian Health Service</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">, have long experienced lower health status, lower life expectancy, and disproportionate disease compared to other Americans. Native Americans are faced with nearly a </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5936666/" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">5-year lower life expectancy than the general population, infant mortality rates are 50% - 60% higher</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">, and chronic diseases impact Native Americans at </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.ihs.gov/newsroom/factsheets/disparities/" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">1.5 to 2 times</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> the rate of the average American, including diabetes and heart disease.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Strong Indigenous healthcare leadership is essential to closing equity gaps, improving patient outcomes, and reclaiming culturally grounded care. When Native voices are in decision-making roles, healthcare becomes more responsive, respectful, and effective.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">For those seeking health career growth in Indigenous communities, leadership development isn’t just about personal success; it’s about creating systems where our communities can thrive.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Whether you work in a clinic, serve as a behavioral health specialist, or support patients as a nurse, your lived experience is a powerful tool in shaping the future of Native healthcare.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38">&nbsp;</p> <h2 style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:24px; margin-bottom:5px"><span style="font-size:17pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">How to Move Up in Health Care as a Native Professional</span></span></span></span></span></span></h2> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">After 3–5 years in the field, many Indigenous healthcare workers start to ask: </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">What’s next for me?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">That next step could be leadership, which comes in many forms. Many Indigenous health care professionals want to do more—to mentor, manage, advocate, or guide their teams—but they don’t always have a clear path forward.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">If you’re wondering how to move up in healthcare as a Native professional, you’re not alone. That’s where healthcare leadership training for Indigenous professionals comes in. Whether your dream is to lead a clinic, direct a community health program, or help shape national policy, developing your leadership skills is the key. Indigenous professionals need more than just technical expertise; they need tools to navigate systems, inspire others, and lead with cultural integrity.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">That’s why access to Indigenous professional development in healthcare is so critical. Whether you’re in public health, patient care, or mental wellness, there are programs designed to help you grow your skills without disconnecting from your values. ILA is a cohort-based model that offers peer support, mentorship and applied learning. This is an Indigenous health professional leadership course built with your goals and community in mind.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">There is a growing movement in Indigenous leadership development for healthcare, and you belong in it.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:17pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Introducing the Indigenous Health Care Leadership Academy</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">If you’re ready to lead but unsure how to take the next step, the Indigenous Leadership Academy (ILA) is here to support you.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">This Indigenous healthcare leadership program was designed specifically for Native professionals with 3–5 years of experience. Whether you're a frontline provider or behind-the-scenes strategist, ILA can help you step confidently into leadership.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">It’s not just a training. It’s a transformational journey.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The Academy offers a space to build confidence, gain strategic skills, and grow alongside other Native changemakers. Through culturally relevant content, practical projects, and community support, participants leave ready to lead in any healthcare setting.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:16px; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Whether you’re seeking Native American healthcare leadership opportunities, First Nations health leadership training, or simply a supportive environment to grow, this program is for you.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38">&nbsp;</p> <h3 style="line-height:1.38; margin-top:19px; margin-bottom:5px"><span style="font-size:13pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span 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Tribal Transit Program Grant https://aipi.asu.edu/blog/2024/10/notice-funding-tribal-transit-program-grant <h1 class="article"> Notice of Funding: Tribal Transit Program Grant </h1> <span><span lang="" about="/users/tlmorri3" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">tlmorri3</span></span> <span>October 9, 2024</span> <div class="layout__fixed-width"> </div> <div > <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="layout__region layout__region--first col-md-"> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blocktext-content clearfix default"> <div class="formatted-text"> <div class="uds-highlighted-heading"> <h3><span class="highlight-gold">AIPI Blog</span></h3> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block"> <h1 class="article"> Notice of Funding: Tribal Transit Program Grant </h1> </div> <div class="block"> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced a FY 2024 Public Transportation on Indian Reservations (Tribal Transit) Program (TTP) grant. The funds will be awarded competitively for any purpose eligible under FTA’s Formula Grants for Rural Areas Program, including planning, capital, and operating assistance for tribal public transit services in rural areas. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Opportunity ID: FTA-2024-012-TPM-TRTR</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Eligible applicants include:</span></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Federally recognized Indian tribes and Alaska Native villages, groups, or communities as identified by the U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). </span></span></span></li> <li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">The list of Federally Recognized tribes can be found <a href="https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/01/08/2024-00109/indian-entities-recognized-by-and-eligible-to-receive-services-from-the-united-states-bureau-of" style="color:#467886; text-decoration:underline">here</a>. </span></span></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Additional Applicant Eligibility Requirements: </span></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">To be eligible, applicants must have sufficient legal, financial, and technical capabilities to receive and administer Federal funds under this program. </span></span></span></li> <li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Additionally, applicants must provide transit service in a rural area with a population of less than 50,000.</span></span></span> <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">A service area can include some portions of urban areas (as identified in the 2020 census), so long as rural areas are also served.</span></span></span></li> <li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">For purposes of this funding opportunity, eligible service areas are rural areas as defined under the 2020 census.</span></span></span></li> <li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif"><a href="https://www.transit.dot.gov/census" style="color:#467886; text-decoration:underline">Please visit this webpage</a> for information and resources about rural areas defined under the 2020 census, including an interactive map. </span></span></span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Eligible Projects:</span></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Any purpose eligible under <a href="https://www.transit.dot.gov/rural-formula-grants-5311" style="color:#467886; text-decoration:underline">FTA’s Formula Grants for Rural Areas Program</a>, 49 U.S.C. 5311, including public transportation planning, capital, or operating expenses. </span></span></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Additional Project Eligibility Information: </span></span></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="background:white"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Public transportation includes regular, continuing shared-ride surface transportation services open to the public or open to a segment of the public defined by age, disability, or low income.</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="background:white"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Specific types of projects include:&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span> <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="background:white"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">capital investment for start-ups, replacement, or expansion needs;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="background:white"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">operating assistance; and&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="background:white"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">planning projects up to $50,000.</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> </li> <li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="background:white"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Applications that include requests for more than one project type must identify the specific funds requested for each project type (planning, capital, or operating).</span></span></span></span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="background:white"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Indian tribes applying for capital replacement or expansion must describe the source of operating funds that will be available to support existing or expanded transit services.</span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">The TTP supports FTA’s strategic goals through investments that enhance safety, review our transit systems, reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the public transportation sector, improve equity, and connect communities. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Applicants should register on the Grants.gov website well before the application deadline. Each applicant is required to be registered in SAM before submitting an application, provide a valid unique entity identifier in its application, and continue to maintain an active SAM registration with current information at all times when the applicant is applying for a grant or has an active grant from a Federal Agency. </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><b><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Deadline:</span></b><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif"> November 13, 2024, 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time via electronic submission to <a href="https://www.Grants.gov" style="color:#467886; text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">https://www.Grants.gov</a> </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><b><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Maximum Cap on Planning Grant Awards: </span></b><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">$50,000</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><b><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Minimum Cap on Planning Grant Awards: </span></b><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">no minimum </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><b><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Grantor Contact Information:</span></b><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif"> Elan Flippin-Jones; (202) 366-3800; <a href="mailto:tribaltransit@dot.gov" style="color:#467886; text-decoration:underline">tribaltransit@dot.gov</a> &nbsp;</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><b><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Funding History:</span></b> </span></span></p> <ul> <li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">In FY 2023, the program received applications for 41 eligible projects requesting a total of $19 million. </span></span></span></li> <li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">22 projects were funded to 22 tribes at a total of $9.9 million.</span></span></span></li> <li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">The funding awarded ranged from $25,000 to over $1,000,000. </span></span></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">For additional information on how to apply, please see the grant instructions available at: <a href="https://www.transit.dot.gov/notices-funding/fy-2024-notice-funding-opportunity-public-transportation-indian-reservations" style="color:#467886; text-decoration:underline">https://www.transit.dot.gov/notices-funding/fy-2024-notice-funding-opportunity-public-transportation-indian-reservations</a> </span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">Related Links:</span></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif"><a href="https://www.transit.dot.gov/notices-funding/fy-2024-notice-funding-opportunity-public-transportation-indian-reservations" style="color:#467886; 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The Supreme Court’s Overruling of Chevron in Loper Bright Enterprises &amp; Relentless, Inc. and What’s Next for Tribes </h1> </div> <div class="block"> <p style="line-height:1.2; background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The decision in </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/23pdf/22-451_7m58.pdf" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">&nbsp;Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">. is just as impactful as the U.S. Supreme Court overturning </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Roe v. Wade</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">,&nbsp; its ruling on Presidential immunity, or any of the other recent blockbuster decisions. On its face, </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Loper Bright</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> appeared to be a rather benign case involving commercial fishing vessels and whether private parties had to pay for federal observers on those vessels for purposes of monitoring possible overfishing – a scenario with little relevance to most tribes. But what it actually did is much more foundational and potentially far-reaching for Indian Country.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.2; background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Last Friday, June 28, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court, with a 6-3 majority divided along ideological lines, released its opinion in the case&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo,&nbsp;Secretary of Commerce </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">(decided together with the case&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Relentless, Inc. v. Dept. of Commerce</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">), 603 U.S. ____ (2024). The ruling eliminated a fundamental principle of administrative law known as "</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Chevron</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">&nbsp;deference" that had been in place for 40 years. In sum, the ruling means that federal courts will no longer give deference to federal agency interpretations of ambiguities or gaps in federal law, but instead independently take on those legal interpretations themselves.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.2; background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">This is important because now it will be up to federal courts primarily to address such ambiguities or gaps in the law in the administrative agency context. Going forward that could mean that federal agency actions (including actions affecting tribes) are more frequently overturned by the courts or more frequently decided in the first instance by courts rather than agencies.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.2; background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The&nbsp;rule of agency deference had been in effect since its pronouncement by the Supreme Court in the case&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/467/837/#tab-opinion-1955635" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Chevron U.S.A. Inc v</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none"> Natural Resources Defense Council</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">,</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none"> Inc.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">, 467 U.S. 837 (1984). The rule pertained to decisions made by federal administrative agencies involving ambiguous or incomplete congressional statutes and involved a two-step analysis by a court reviewing a challenge to the agency’s action under the Administrative Procedure Act, 5 U.S.C. §§ 551 </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">et seq</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">. The court would first determine if Congress had specifically addressed the issue at hand in the relevant statute – if so, that was the end of the court’s inquiry and the court either upheld agency action aligning with congressional intent or rejected contrary action. </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Id. </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">at 842. But if the court determined there to be an ambiguity in the law or the statute did not address the issue at hand, the court was to defer to the agency's expertise and not disturb the agency action in interpreting the statute, so long as the agency in essence acted reasonably and had support for its interpretation. </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Id. </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">at 843, 865. This deference by the reviewing court had to be given, even if the court independently disagreed with the agency’s interpretation.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Id.</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> Under the&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Loper Bright</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">&nbsp;decision, courts will no longer give such deference and are to interpret ambiguities and gaps in the law themselves in assessing an agency action challenge.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.2; background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The need for such agency interpretations is very common, because Congress cannot address every possible scenario or contingency when drafting statutes, such that laws are often unclear or incomplete. In the&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Chevron</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">&nbsp;case, the Supreme Court had reasoned that allowing for agency interpretations made sense because the relevant agency would have the technical expertise and experience to fill in gaps in the law in a practical manner.&nbsp;Now courts will fill that role.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.2; background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Although the nature of the process issue raised in the case – whether an agency or a court should interpret statutory ambiguities – may seem abstract on the surface, the&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Loper Bright&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">ruling from Friday is groundbreaking and possibly affects 40 years of subsequent court decisions implementing the&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Chevron&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">deference rule.&nbsp; It has implications for tribes across the country in many different possible contexts – virtually all federal agencies with which tribes interact could be affected. But the specifics will have to be gained from future litigation testing how courts react with their new-found responsibilities under the&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Loper Bright</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">&nbsp;decision.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.2; background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">In viewing the future of administrative action, the various views held of </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Chevron </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">over the past four decades will undoubtedly be invoked. There are those who believed wholeheartedly in its deference to administrative agency experts, and do not believe courts could ever have sufficient technical expertise to tackle agency work. And many of those same supporters believe that agency interpretations of less-than-clear statutes are a form of policy-making that courts should not be taking from the executive branch with its prerogative to create policy under any given Presidential Administration. Those concerns will be compounded when taking into account most federal courts already have full dockets and limited bandwidth to take on a significant portion of the role of federal agencies. On the other hand, there are those who have complained for decades about many of the deficiencies in </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Chevron</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">,</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none"> </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">noted in the Supreme Court decision overturning it – among them, the lack of uniformity in defining what constitutes a statutory ambiguity, the “thumb on the scale” bias upholding much agency action, and a lack of congruence with the Administrative Procedure Act in its direction that relevant questions of law are to be decided by reviewing courts, not agencies. Those alleged faults with </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Chevron</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> are on top of its detractors’ most significant argument – </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Chevron </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">failed to adhere to the Constitution’s separation of powers requirements and amounts to a power grab by the administrative state.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.2; background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">So what does all of this mean for tribes? Like other parties dealing with federal agencies, many tribes have had a “love it” or “hate it” view of </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Chevron</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> that often varied depending upon the particular matter at hand. If you were in front of an agency that granted a decision favorable to your cause and the agency had a reasonable basis for doing so, you had a good chance of it withstanding an appeal. But if the agency issued an unfavorable decision to you, or if the actions of another party that you opposed were approved, the chances for reversal on appeal often were challenging. After the </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Loper Bright </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">decision, that dynamic may be less certain, because a court will now independently review any ambiguous or incomplete provisions of the law at hand, without necessarily taking into account the agency’s attempt to do so. That statement as to predictability is subject, of course, to the assumption that judicial review of agency action will itself be free from political or other predictable leanings.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.2; background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Regardless of how tribes may have felt about </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Chevron</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> or its tendency to uphold agency decisions, one thing is almost certain from the </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Loper Bright</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> decision – tribes need to plan to be part of the litigation that will be necessary to fill in the contours of the decision for years to come. That is not “the sky is falling” talk. Overruling, or at least calling into question, the past 40 years of administrative law precedent decided in </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Chevron</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> and its progeny, without an overarching framework to take its place other than to say it is up to federal judges to take back from federal agencies the responsibility of interpreting federal law, will cause a major shift. And tribes need to be a part of the foundational rebuilding process. But doing so is likely to be costly for tribes and any other parties who routinely interact with federal agencies. The stability of agency deference likely will give way to the unpredictability of court interpretations (at least initially after this decision); unpredictable courts require a trial-and-error approach to get precedent in place to create future stability; and such an approach obviously will require a greater expenditure of time, effort and resources than a path with greater certainty from the outset.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.2; background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">What is the next step for tribes after </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Loper Bright </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">and its overruling of </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Chevron</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">?&nbsp; Litigation budgeting and planning.&nbsp; Because it’s coming, so tribes should get ready. That may be the one near-certainty stemming from the uncertainty caused by </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Loper Bright</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#242424"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> </div> </div> <div class="layout__region layout__region--second col-md-"> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blocktext-content clearfix default"> <div class="formatted-text"> <h4><span class="fontawesome-icon-inline"><span class="far 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class="row"> <div class="layout__region layout__region--first col-md-"> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blocktext-content clearfix default"> <div class="formatted-text"> <div class="uds-highlighted-heading"> <h3><span class="highlight-gold">AIPI Blog</span></h3> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block"> <h1 class="article"> Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to create the Missing and Endangered Persons (MEP) alert code for the Emergency Alert System (EAS). </h1> </div> <div class="block"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">On March 14, 2024, The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/FCC-24-30A1.pdf" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Notice of Proposed Rulemaking</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> to create the Missing and Endangered Persons (MEP) alert code for the Emergency Alert System (EAS). This proposed MEP event code would address missing adults ages 18 - 64 who fall outside of the event codes for AMBER and Silver alerts. The </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.justice.gov/otj/media/1322566/dl?inline" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Not Invisible Act Commision</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> and the </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://ncai.assetbank-server.com/assetbank-ncai/action/viewAsset?id=5305" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">National Congress of American Indians</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> have recommended that New alerts be created to help address the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples crisis facing Tribal communities.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The EAS is used to deliver emergency information to large audiences (i.e. weather and disaster alerts) through broadcast mediums like radio and TV. The following are some of the questions from the FCC regarding the new event code.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Other than national emergencies, participation in the EAS is voluntary. Would the creation of a dedicated event code for MEP increase voluntary participation in retransmitting alerts?</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Should there be a dedicated event code for Missing Indigenous Persons? (Similar to the </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.chp.ca.gov/Pages/Feather-Alert.aspx" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Feather Alert</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> or </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://cbi.colorado.gov/missing-indigenous-person-alert" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Colorado</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> and </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.wsp.wa.gov/crime/alerts-missing-persons/" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Washington’s</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">&nbsp; Missing Indigenous Person Alert.)</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Should the proposed MEP event code also be extended to the Wireless Emergency Alert System to enable alerts to mobile devices?</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Are there any concerns for privacy, civil rights, or Tribal Sovereignty in the creation and implementation for these kinds of alerts?</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Additional questions, technical information, and background can be found in the full </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/FCC-24-30A1.pdf" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">NPRM document</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">. The FCC is accepting reply comments through June 17, 2024. The </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.fcc.gov/office-native-affairs-and-policy" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">FCC’s Office of Native Affairs and Policy</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> is also hosting a </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.fcc.gov/news-events/events/2024/06/virtual-tribal-consultation-proposed-mep-event-code" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">virtual consultation</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> on June 17, 2024 1 - 3 PM ET. Information on how to submit a comment can be found at the </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.fcc.gov/consumer-governmental-affairs/missing-and-endangered-persons-emergency-alert-system-code" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">FCC’s MEP page</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> </div> </div> <div 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17, 2024</span> <div class="layout__fixed-width"> </div> <div > <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="layout__region layout__region--first col-md-"> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blocktext-content clearfix default"> <div class="formatted-text"> <div class="uds-highlighted-heading"> <h3><span class="highlight-gold">AIPI Blog</span></h3> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block"> <h1 class="article"> Reauthorization of H.R. 7888 carries substantial implications for Tribal Sovereignty </h1> </div> <div class="block"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Earlier this month, </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7888" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">H.R. 7888</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> was introduced to reauthorize the </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/USCODE-2022-title50/USCODE-2022-title50-chap36-subchapI-sec1802&amp;collectionCode=USCODE" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> (FISA). This bill includes an amendment that expands FISA’s </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PLAW-110publ261/pdf/PLAW-110publ261.pdf" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">current definition</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> of an “Electronic Communication Service Provider” beyond a traditional Internet Service Provider to any service provider with access to electronic communication equipment. This expansion has significant implications for Tribal Nations and tribal entities that work in the digital space.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">FISA is meant to be used to gather information on foreign adversaries, and the data can be collected without a court order. However, the collection of electronic information could occur on electronic communication equipment located within the US, which puts the information of everyone using the same US-based equipment </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/16/us/fisa-surveillance-bill-program.html" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">at risk</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">. Although the bill provides exceptions for a few entities, it does not mention exemptions for tribal entities. </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Tribes that operate their own ISPs, data centers, and other digital ventures may be subject to this new proposed definition, and that carries substantial implications for Tribal Sovereignty.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">H.R. 7888 passed in the US House of Representatives and is now awaiting a vote in the U.S. Senate. Tribes and tribal entities who have questions or concerns about the bill or are looking for clarification on its impact on Tribal Sovereignty should make sure to reach out to </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htm" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">their Senators</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> to give their input on this pending 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href="https://broadbandusa.ntia.doc.gov/funding-programs/broadband-equity-access-and-deployment-bead-program" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> (BEAD). The BEAD is a federal grant program administered by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). The BEAD is meant to expand access to high-speed internet across the country, and Arizona has been awarded approximately $993 million to accomplish this goal. This challenge process is the latest step in implementing BEAD, following the development of Arizona’s BEAD </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.azcommerce.com/media/gfoj3qxh/arizona-bead-five-year-action-plan_final_08222023.pdf" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Five-Year Action Plan</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> and BEAD Initial Proposals </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.azcommerce.com/media/04kpua31/aca-bead-initial-proposal_volume-i-final-revision.pdf" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Vol.1</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> and </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.azcommerce.com/media/baebeqt1/aca-bead-initial-proposal_vol-ii_draftv8_for-final-review_110623_.pdf" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Vol. 2</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> in 2023. The full details of Arizona’s BEAD challenge process are on the </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.azcommerce.com/broadband/arizona-broadband-equity-access-deployment-program/the-challenge-process/" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">ACA’s challenge process website</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">, and this explainer will give an introduction to the process.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The BEAD challenge process is a key part of the program because it gives an opportunity to correct the data used to determine how and where BEAD funding is utilized. The BEAD program is based on connecting Broadband Serviceable Locations (BSL), such as houses and apartment buildings, and Community Anchor Institutions (CAI), such as schools and libraries. Therefore it is crucial that data on a BSL in a given area is accurate so that connectivity needs are addressed. </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://az.broadbandnavigator.com/map?zoom=7&amp;center=-12460707%2C4061995" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Arizona’s BEAD challenge map</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> is an interactive map that shows individual BSLs and CAIs and the information associated with those locations. This map should be reviewed to see if the state’s information on a given location is accurate.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://broadbandusa.ntia.doc.gov/sites/default/files/2024-02/BEAD_Challenge_Process_Policy_Notice_v1.3.pdf" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">NTIA guidance document</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> explains that states have 120 days to complete the entire challenge process. This means that the publication of&nbsp; BSLs and CAI data, challenge submission period, rebuttal period, and final determinations must all be completed within 120 days. The ACA established the following timeline for Arizona’s challenge process:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">March 1, 2024 - challenge process portal open for registration</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">March 15, 2024 - challenge process submission starts and rebuttal starts on a rolling basis, service providers will have 15 calendar days from a notification of a challenge to provide a rebuttal</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">May 14, 2024 - challenge process submission ends</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">May 15 - June 30, 2024 - Final determination phase</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Not everyone is eligible to submit a challenge. The </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://broadbandusa.ntia.doc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-05/BEAD%20NOFO.pdf" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">BEAD NOFO</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> only allows states to accept challenges from four categories of challengers. Eligible challengers must register on the ACA website and identify themselves as a part of one of the categories:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Local governments</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Tribal governments</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Nonprofit organizations</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Internet service providers</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The Arizona BEAD challenge map uses data from the </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://broadbandmap.fcc.gov/home" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">FCC’s National Broadband Map</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">. However, the BEAD challenge process does not allow challenges to add new BSLs or other locations to the Arizona BEAD challenge map. Challenges regarding new BSLs or other locations can be </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://help.bdc.fcc.gov/hc/en-us/sections/10467243210651-Consumers-Individuals" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">submitted</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> to the FCC, but they will not be reflected on the Arizona BEAD challenge map. The BEAD challenge process allows for nine different types of challenges based on the circumstances at each BSL identified on the map. These challenge types are:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Availability</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Speed</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Latency</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Data Cap</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Business Service Only</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Is/is not part of an Enforceable Commitment</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Planned Service</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Location is/is not a Community Anchor Institution (CAI)</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">CAI qualifying broadband service is unavailable/available</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">These challenges can be applied to individual BSLs and CAIs marked on the Arizona BEAD challenge map. Below is a brief explanation of challenge types from the </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.azcommerce.com/media/2fqhgmrb/bead-model-challenge-process.pdf" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">NTIA Model Challenge Process</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Availability &amp; Business Service Only - These challenge types involve the internet service available at a given BSL. Challenges can include screenshots of information from provider websites, declined service requests, and other evidence that providers do not provide residential service to the BSL.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Speed, Latency, &amp; CAI qualifying broadband service - These challenges address internet performance at a given BSL. Online speed tests are used to see how the internet at a BSL measures up to BEAD speed and latency thresholds. Internet speeds at 25/3 Mbps or less are unserved. Speeds between 25/4 - 100/20 Mbps are underserved. In addition to these speed thresholds, latency must also be under 100 ms. For CAIs, internet speed has to meet the 1/1 Gbps threshold to consider the CAI served.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Data Cap - This challenge involves internet service at a BSL that is subject to a data allowance. The NTIA Model Challenge Process indicates that any internet service plans with a data allowance lower than 600 GB/month would be classified as unreasonable.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Technology - This challenge involves the service technology (i.e. wireless, cable, or fiber) available at a given BSL. Information on the residential gateway unit at a BSL is needed to determine if the challenge process map correctly reflects the technology that is available.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Enforceable Commitment &amp; Planned Service - These challenges involve information on other sources of funding for broadband deployment and/or information on current deployment projects scheduled for completion by June 30, 2024. The </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://broadbandusa.ntia.doc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-05/BEAD%20NOFO.pdf" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">BEAD NOFO</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> does not allow duplicate funding for a given BSL. Therefore, these challenges may require information on funding commitments or ongoing construction. Additional information such as Tribal Government Resolutions may be required for Tribal areas.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Not part of enforceable commitment - These challenges involve information on areas with enforceable commitments that will not cover 100% of the BSLs in that area.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Location is/is not a CAI - These challenges involve BSLs that may or may not be CAIs. Information on the current status of the facility as well as the information on the location’s operation would be needed to make the determination.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Please refer to the ACA’s BEAD Challenge website for full details and the latest updates on the BEAD challenge process in Arizona. The </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.azcommerce.com/broadband/arizona-broadband-equity-access-deployment-program/" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">ACA website</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> has information on how to register as a challenger, datasets for BSLs and CAIs, and upcoming webinars. The ACA is also hosting weekly office hours on the challenge process and preparing to begin the </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.azcommerce.com/broadband/connecting-arizona-engagement-tour/" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Connecting Arizona Engagement Tour</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:11pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">. 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(Cohorts 8 & 9, Fall 2025) https://aipi.asu.edu/blog/2023/11/everything-you-need-know-about-ila-cohorts-8-9-fall-2025 <h1 class="article"> Everything You Need to Know About ILA (Cohorts 8 &amp; 9, Fall 2025) </h1> <span><span lang="" about="/users/bsantist" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">bsantist</span></span> <span>November 16, 2023</span> <div class="layout__fixed-width"> </div> <div > <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="layout__region layout__region--first col-md-"> <div class="block block-layout-builder block-inline-blocktext-content clearfix default"> <div class="formatted-text"> <div class="uds-highlighted-heading"> <h3><span class="highlight-gold">AIPI Blog</span></h3> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block"> <h1 class="article"> Everything You Need to Know About ILA (Cohorts 8 &amp; 9, Fall 2025) </h1> </div> <div class="block"> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The application for the Fall 2025 cohort of the</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://aipi.asu.edu/ila" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">Indigenous Leadership Academy</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> (ILA) will open on May 1, 2025, and will close on June 8, 2025. Follow along for upcoming blogs, posts, and a webinar with information about the ILA.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">This Fall, we are excited to announce two distinct ILA programs dedicated to Indigenous education (IELA) and Indigenous health (IHLA).&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">This blog is dedicated to answering questions you may have about applying to the ILA. If you are an Indigenous person who wants to contribute to your community, you should apply to this academy!</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">When does the application open?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The application will open on Thursday, May 1, 2025. There is one application for IHLA and IELA. Based on your preliminary answers, you will be directed to the specific application you are applying for.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">When does the application close?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The application will close on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Please submit it as soon as possible.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Who Can Apply?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Anyone who lives in the United States and meets the eligibility criteria listed on the application is welcome to apply. Fifty percent of the allotted spaces will be awarded to Arizona residents.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Can I apply to both cohorts?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">No, you must choose between education and healthcare.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">How much does it cost?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The cost for the 10-module program is $2650. Scholarships are available; applicants are automatically considered for a scholarship upon application to ILA. It is highly recommended that the cost not be a deterrent.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">What do I need to complete the application?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">If you’re thinking about applying for the ILA, please note that we will require your recent work history. You will be creating a project that benefits your Indigenous community. Please have a project title and explain your project idea as well as you can. The project will lay the foundation for all the lessons during the 10-module course. We're looking to assess your strengths as a leader, so please reflect on any other leadership programs you may have been involved in.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">How are the cohorts chosen?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">There are only 25 spots available for each cohort. An alumni review panel evaluates the applications with all personal information redacted. The ILA staff and facilitators also review the applications, taking into account the findings from the panel, as well as their own notes and comments, to select the participants.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Why do I need to have a LinkedIn profile?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">You gain a network of over 157 ILA alumni! </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">A LinkedIn profile helps us to see who you are and the work you do in your community; it also creates a wonderful space for you to grow your network. It should be noted that signing up and using LinkedIn is free of charge. If you would like to use LinkedIn Premium, there is a fee.</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Don’t have a LinkedIn account? Sign up </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none">here</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; background-color:#ffffff; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">How is the cohort run?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The cohort will be taught on Zoom and in person (module ten only) with class materials and participation on Canvas.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Module one is on a </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Saturday</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> and is about six hours in length. For IHLA, the tentative start date is July 12, 2025. For IELA, the tentative start date is August 9, 2025.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Modules two through nine modules are held on weekday evenings for three hours. We utilize Canvas, and there is about 1.5 hours worth of reading each week. Tentatively, the IHLA will be held on </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Thursdays</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> from 3 pm to 7 pm AZ time, and the IELA will be held on </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Wednesdays</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> from 3 pm to 7 pm AZ time.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Module ten for IHLA will be held September 7-12, 2025, at the National Tribal Health Conference at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, AZ. Module ten for IELA will be held October 8-11, 2025, at the National Indian Education Association Conference in Spokane, WA.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">During the modules, we have guest speakers and professionals on each module's topic. </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The guest speakers are invaluable in</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">providing real-life context and depth to each module.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">To gain certification, you will plan a project that should benefit your community in some way and create a 5-minute video presentation on it. You will also present your project in person at the final module.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">You will be responsible for your travel and room costs. More information will be released during the first weeks of the cohort.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Cohort Partners for IHLA: </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">ASU College of Health Solutions, National Indian Health Board, Tufts University</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Cohort Partners for IELA:</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> ASU Center for Indian Education, ASU American Indian Studies, National Indian Education Association, Tufts University</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height:1.38; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">What will I learn about?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; background-color:#ffffff; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">You will learn about the following leadership practices within an Indigenous framework.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <ul> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Civic Engagement</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Responsibility</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Indigenous Knowledge</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Communicating</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Tribal Sovereignty</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> <li aria-level="1" style="list-style-type:disc"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Fostering Consensus&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">How can I use the tools learned to use in my everyday life?</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">The ILA course provides you with practical professional tips that you can incorporate into your daily life. The lessons from ILA can be sparingly used in your professional life and personally when making decisions or setting goals. It's crucial to understand that leaders in a community are not just elected officials. Leadership takes various forms and capacities in every group, and these roles are deeply intertwined with both community and professional relationships. The ILA course, designed for Indigenous communities, bridges the gap between these two perspectives, emphasizing their mutual importance.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">What kind of people am I going to be meeting?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">There are people from all walks of life in the cohort. They all share the common goal of wanting to create something meaningful for their community. I enjoy seeing how close they all become throughout the cohort and how much they continue to grow as leaders since completing the academy.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38; background-color:#ffffff; padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">What is the expected outcome of being a part of ILA?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.656; background-color:#ffffff; margin-bottom:16px"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Introducing a new community of individuals who share similar ambitions and goals for their community. These individuals offer opportunities or act as a valuable sounding board for your project, providing insightful feedback. 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class="uds-highlighted-heading"> <h3><span class="highlight-gold">AIPI Blog</span></h3> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block"> <h1 class="article"> ILA Expresses Gratitude For Fall 2023 Cohort </h1> </div> <div class="block"> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">We have successfully completed the Fall 2023 cohort of </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#202020"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">the </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://aipi.asu.edu/ila" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; 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The application for the Spring 2024 cohort will open on November 17, 2023, and close on December 15, 2023. Follow along with</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://aipi.asu.edu/" style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#1155cc"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none"><span style="text-decoration-skip-ink:none"> AIPI</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> for upcoming blogs, posts, and everything else ILA.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">These experts in their respective fields imparted their knowledge, shared their insights, and gave their time to the ILA. You can read more about each of the talented guest speakers below.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Module 6: Communicating Your Story and Exhibiting Professional Etiquette</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Shareé Hurts</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> is Strategic Partnerships Program Manager for APS working with community partners to create, innovate, and implement programs that benefit Arizonans. Prior to APS, Shareé spent ten years in the healthcare industry, primarily focused on Medicaid specializing in project management, organizational governance, and proposal development. In addition to her career in the corporate sector, Shareé has continued her passion for serving in the community. This includes her passion project of serving through teaching, an adjunct faculty member at South Mountain Community College currently teaching within the Storytelling Institute. Shareé has a bachelor’s degree in political science from ASU West and a master’s degree in law from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, ASU.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Module 7: Building Relationships and Growing Your Network</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#212121"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Laurie Battaglia</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#212121"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> is CEO of Aligned at Work® in Scottsdale, AZ. Laurie is on a personal mission to wake up the leaders of organizations who think that they can delay inevitable change. She is a futurist and strategizer, a connector of people and resources. She believes in balancing people and profit in business for a sustainable future. Laurie is a strategic advisor, executive coach, and inclusive leadership consultant. She is an expert facilitator and brings groups together to achieve great things. Her superpower is building trust quickly with clients, team members, and diverse communities. Aligned at Work® is a leadership consulting firm with an emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Their Aligned Leader Model for Inclusive and Aligned Leadership is part of their signature program designed to build inclusion into organizational cultures through everyday actions.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Module 8: Bridging Differences and Fostering Consensus</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Maria Dadgar </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">is an enrolled member of the Piscataway (Pi-Scat-Away) Tribe of Accokeek (Ack-Ko-Keek), Maryland. Maria has worked in the fields of Higher Education, Non-Profit Executive Management, and Tribal Economic Development for more than 20 years. Throughout her career, Maria has been involved in advocating for public policies and legislation on behalf of Tribal nations regarding Economic Development, Education, Health Equity, Social Justice, and Environmental Quality. Currently, Maria serves as the Executive Director of the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona (ITCA) which is one of the oldest and largest Tribal consortiums in the United States. Under Maria’s leadership, ITCA has grown in the number of federal grants, contracts, cooperative agreements, and job creation. ITCA has 71 subject matter experts on staff and has an annual operating budget of approximately $26.5 million. Maria reports directly to 21 Tribal Leaders which serve as the governing board for the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona and are the highest elected officials for 21 of the 22 Tribes in Arizona.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Module 9: Community-Centered Management Practices</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Nonie Black Elk</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"> (Ft. Peck Assiniboine &amp; Sioux, Navajo) has been with Arizona Public Service since 2010 in roles with Human Resources, renewable energy, customer technology, and her current position as Energy Innovation Analyst for the Customer to Grid Solutions team. While supporting the Solar Communities program team, Nonie was responsible for recruiting tribal customers on the Navajo and Hopi reservations. She coordinated alternative customer engagement by hosting Lunch &amp; Learns to educate interested customers through a Hopi translator. Ms. Black Elk’s proudest moment as an APS employee was leading the internal team to weatherize the home of a Navajo Code talker in her home community Tuba City.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#191919"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="text-decoration:none">Module 10: Developing Leadership Capacity and Looking to the Future;</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="line-height:1.38"><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:700"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">Arlando S. Teller</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">’s Navajo clans are Naasht'ézhi-Táchii'nii (Zuni clan adopted into Red-Streaked Forehead clan) born for Tó'aheedlíinii (The Water Flows Together clan). My maternal grandfathers are Tódich'ii'nii (Bitter Water clan) and my paternal grandfathers are 'Áshįįhi (Salt clan). Arlando Teller was sworn in as the first USDOT Assistant Secretary for Tribal Government Affairs on May 8, 2023. This position was enacted through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, focusing on improving programs to address critical infrastructure impacts on tribal communities within Indian Country. Prior to joining USDOT, Teller served as State Representative for District 7 in the Arizona House of Representatives. Arlando entered the aviation industry as the first Native American graduate from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Teller worked on multimodal transportation projects for the California Department of Transportation and returned home to the Navajo Nation, where he served in multiple capacities, including Deputy Division Director for the Navajo Nation’s Division of Transportation.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12pt; font-variant:normal; white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">We are filled with gratitude to each of the guest speakers! The open and honest discussions we had during the cohort were motivating and insightful. 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