The secretary highlights U.S. actions to address climate crisis. The United Nations (UN) held their 2023 Water Conference in New York City, where Secretary of the Interior Deb…
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USDA Invests $12M to Support Tribal Forest Protection Act
Funding will focus on the restoration of forests and grasslands. The Department of Agriculture has announced the investment of over $12 million under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for…
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President Announces Two New National Monuments
One is in Nevada, the other in Texas. President Biden signed a proclamation Tuesday at the White House establishing two national monuments he said are part of his…
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$580 Million Allocated for Indian Water Rights Settlements
Federal funding will provide Tribal communities with clean water and water infrastructure. The Department of the Interior announced an additional $580 million for Indian water rights, providing clean…
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Over $5 Million Dedicated to Tribal Water Projects
Interior secretary announces funding at Iron Gate Fish Hatchery. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced this past week that four Tribal water projects in the Klamath River…
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Five Winners Announced for California Offshore Wind Auction
The highest combined bids exceed $757.1 million in lease sales. The Department of the Interior announced the winners of the auction for five offshore wind leases near California.…
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Interior Advances Tribal Mining Policy Reformation
Secretary Haaland acknowledges historical injustices to Native Americans. The Department of the Interior (DOI) has announced a number of changes to improve federal policy for Tribal mining. President…
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USDA Announces Permanent Tribal Committee
Secretary Vilsack comments on the partnership to integrate indigenous views. The 2022 White House Tribal Nations Summit took place this past week in Washington, D.C., after which the…
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Commerce Department Dedicates $224 Million for Tribal Internet
Tribes in 11 states receive high-speed internet grants. The Department of Commerce has announced they have awarded 18 high-speed internet grants to Tribal entities in 11 states. These…
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America the Beautiful Challenge Announces Grants
$90 million dedicated to landscape-scale conservation projects. The Department of the Interior announced $91 million in grants through the America the Beautiful Challenge, a partnership between President Biden’s…
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